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Flavorful Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi Linguine

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A quick and easy garlic butter shrimp scampi linguine that is rich, garlicky, and buttery with a bright lemony punch, perfect for weeknight dinners or casual get-togethers.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces linguine pasta, cooked al dente
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 to 5 garlic cloves, finely minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine (or chicken broth as substitute)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add linguine and cook until al dente, about 9 to 11 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
  2. While pasta cooks, pat dry the shrimp with paper towels to ensure a good sear.
  3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes if using. Cook for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Add shrimp to the pan in a single layer. Cook undisturbed for about 2 minutes until pink on one side, then flip and cook another 1-2 minutes until opaque and just cooked through.
  5. Pour in dry white wine (or chicken broth). Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, reducing slightly and picking up browned bits from the pan.
  6. Stir in remaining 2 tablespoons butter and fresh lemon juice. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  7. Add drained linguine to the skillet and toss gently to coat. If sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached.
  8. Sprinkle chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

Pat shrimp dry before cooking to get a good sear. Use medium heat to avoid burning garlic or releasing too much water from shrimp. Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency. Cook shrimp quickly to avoid rubbery texture. Fresh lemon juice brightens the dish—avoid bottled lemon juice.

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