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Dump-and-Go Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi - Fast, Flavorful, and Foolproof

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails on or off)
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 6 cloves garlic, finely minced or pressed
  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine (or low-sodium chicken broth)
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt (plus more to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • Cooked pasta, rice, or crusty bread, for serving
  • Optional add-ins: 1 tablespoon capers, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, or 1/4 cup grated Parmesan for finishing

Method
 

  1. Prep your pan or skillet: Heat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a sheet pan with foil, or warm a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Mix the sauce: In a bowl, whisk together melted butter, olive oil, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, white wine (or broth), red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Add the shrimp: Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. Place them on the sheet pan or in the skillet and pour the sauce over. Toss to coat evenly in a single layer.
  4. Cook quickly: Bake for 7–9 minutes, or sauté 2–3 minutes per side. Shrimp are done when pink, opaque, and just curled into a loose “C.”
  5. Finish with freshness: Sprinkle parsley over the shrimp. Taste and adjust salt, pepper, or lemon juice. Add capers or Parmesan if using.
  6. Serve immediately: Spoon over pasta or rice, or serve with crusty bread to soak up the sauce. Drizzle pan juices over the top for extra flavor.