Description
Shrimp Scampi Pasta Bake delivers pure comfort straight from your kitchen, melding tender shrimp with garlic-kissed pasta in a creamy, cheesy embrace that’ll make your dinner table sing. Grab your fork and dive into this Mediterranean-inspired classic that turns simple ingredients into pure dinner magic.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
Carbohydrates:
- 8 oz pasta
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
Flavor and Seasoning:
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Warm your oven to a precise 350°F, creating the perfect environment for your pasta bake.
- Boil 8 oz pasta in salted water until it reaches that perfect al dente texture, typically 8-10 minutes.
- Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, then add 4 minced garlic cloves until their aroma fills your kitchen.
- Toss 1 lb peeled shrimp into the skillet, cooking for 2-3 minutes until they transform into a beautiful pink color.
- Sprinkle salt and pepper over the shrimp, ensuring each piece gets seasoned evenly.
- Grab a large mixing bowl and stir 1 cup heavy cream with 1 cup Parmesan cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Fold the cooked pasta into the cream mixture, coating each strand thoroughly.
- Gently incorporate the sautéed shrimp and garlic into the pasta, creating a harmonious blend of flavors.
- Transfer the entire mixture into a baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Scatter ½ cup breadcrumbs and a generous sprinkle of extra Parmesan across the top.
- Slide the dish into the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until the top turns golden and the edges become deliciously crispy.
- Garnish with ¼ cup fresh chopped parsley before serving for a burst of color and fresh flavor.
Notes
- Always use fresh shrimp for the best flavor and texture in this comforting pasta bake.
- Salt and drain excess moisture from shrimp before cooking to prevent watery results.
- When choosing pasta, opt for short shapes like penne or shells that hold the creamy sauce better.
- Gluten-free? Substitute regular pasta with gluten-free options and use gluten-free breadcrumbs for a similar crispy topping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Baked
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 523 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 540 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 37 g
- Cholesterol: 195 mg