Famous Red Lobster Shrimp Scampi Recipe
Recreate the iconic Red Lobster Shrimp Scampi recipe at home with tender shrimp sautéed in a buttery garlic wine sauce. This quick and easy dish is perfect for weeknights or special occasions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
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4 tbsp unsalted butter
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1 tbsp olive oil
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5 garlic cloves, minced
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½ cup white wine (or chicken broth)
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1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
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¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
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Salt and black pepper to taste
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2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
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Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
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Cooked pasta or crusty bread (for serving)
Instructions
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Heat olive oil and 2 tbsp butter in a skillet over medium heat.
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Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
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Add shrimp, season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook 1–2 minutes per side until pink.
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Pour in white wine and lemon juice; simmer for 2–3 minutes.
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Stir in remaining butter and parsley.
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Serve hot over pasta or with crusty bread, and sprinkle with Parmesan if desired
Notes
Use fresh or frozen shrimp. For non-alcoholic version, replace wine with chicken broth. Adjust spice with red pepper flakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 780mg