Description
Whipping up Shrimp Scampi Pasta Bake brings pure comfort straight from an Italian kitchen to your dinner table. Tender shrimp nestled in a creamy garlic sauce and perfectly baked pasta will make your family’s evening deliciously memorable.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients:
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled & deveined
- 12 oz linguine or spaghetti
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Secondary Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
Supporting Ingredients:
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup white cooking stock or chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
Instructions
- Boil 12 oz linguine in salted water for 8-9 minutes until al dente. Drain pasta and set aside in a colander.
- Thoroughly pat 1 lb shrimp dry using paper towels. Season each shrimp with salt and pepper.
- Melt 3 tablespoons butter and 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat for 1-2 minutes.
- Add 4 minced garlic cloves and ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes to the skillet. Sauté for 30 seconds until aromatic.
- Place seasoned shrimp into hot skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until they turn pink and curl slightly.
- Pour ¼ cup white broth and ¼ cup fresh lemon juice into skillet. Simmer for 1 minute to blend flavors.
- Stir ½ cup heavy cream, 1 tablespoon lemon zest, and ½ cup Parmesan into the skillet. Cook 2 minutes until sauce thickens.
- Add cooked pasta to skillet. Toss thoroughly to coat every strand with creamy sauce.
- Transfer entire mixture to a 9×13 inch baking dish, spreading evenly.
- Sprinkle 1 cup mozzarella cheese across the top of the pasta.
- Mix ½ cup panko breadcrumbs, ¼ cup Parmesan, and 1 tablespoon melted butter in a small bowl.
- Spread breadcrumb mixture uniformly over cheese layer.
- Bake at 375°F for 15-20 minutes until top turns golden and cheese bubbles.
- Garnish with ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley before serving hot.
Notes
- Use fresh, large shrimp for the best flavor and texture, ensuring they are completely dry before cooking to achieve a perfect sear.
- Adjust the red pepper flakes to match your spice preference, from a light sprinkle to a generous shake for more heat.
- Choose a crisp, dry white wine like Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc that complements the shrimp’s delicate flavor.
- Toast the panko breadcrumbs in a separate skillet for extra crunch and a deeper golden color before sprinkling on top of the pasta bake.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Baked
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 572 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 145 mg