Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi for Two
A rich and buttery shrimp dish with a garlicky twist, served over pasta and perfect for two.
Ingredients
- 6 oz linguine or spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- 1/4 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley for garnish
- Grated Parmesan cheese optional, for serving
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup pasta water, then drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium heat. Season shrimp with salt and pepper. Cook shrimp for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
- Add remaining butter to the skillet. Stir in garlic and red pepper flakes (if using) and cook for 30 seconds.
- Pour in white wine (or chicken broth) and simmer for 1-2 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Add pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat. Add reserved pasta water if needed to thin the sauce.
- Return shrimp to the skillet, squeeze in lemon juice, and toss everything together.
- Plate pasta and shrimp, garnish with parsley and Parmesan cheese, and serve immediately.