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Red Lobster Shrimp Scampi

Savory Red Lobster Shrimp Scampi You Can Make at Home

Indulge in the flavorful delight of Red Lobster Shrimp Scampi with this easy at-home recipe.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound medium shrimp peeled and deveined
For the Sauce
  • Kosher salt to taste
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1.5 cups white wine or chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice preferably fresh
Herbs & Seasonings
  • 0.25 teaspoon dried basil or Italian seasoning
  • 0.25 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 0.25 teaspoon dried rosemary or fresh
  • 0.25 teaspoon dried thyme or parsley
For the Finish
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter at room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves for garnish
  • 0.25 cup freshly grated Parmesan optional

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Season the shrimp with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, then set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add seasoned shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque.
  4. Remove the shrimp from the skillet, leaving the oil behind.
  5. Sauté minced garlic in the skillet for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  6. Add white wine and lemon juice to the skillet, bring to a boil, and simmer for 4-5 minutes.
  7. Incorporate dried herbs and unsalted butter, stirring until melted and smooth.
  8. Return the shrimp to the skillet, tossing to coat and heat through.
  9. Garnish with parsley and serve immediately, optionally topped with Parmesan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh shrimp. Substitutions for wine and butter available as indicated in ingredients.

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