Shrimp Scampi Pasta Bake: Cozy Comfort for Any Night

Shrimp Scampi Pasta Bake combines shrimp, pasta, and cheese into a comforting, crowd-pleasing dish.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 25

Total Time 40

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 520

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Pasta

8 ounces Linguine or Spaghetti gluten-free pasta works as a substitute

For the Shrimp

1 pound Large Shrimp (peeled and deveined) or firm white fish if preferred

For the Sauce

2 tablespoons Butter use olive oil for a lighter option
4 cloves Garlic (minced) add more for extra garlicky punch
1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes omit for a milder dish
½ cup White Wine or Chicken Broth chicken broth is a great non-alcoholic option
1 whole Lemon (juiced and zested) no substitutions necessary
1 cup Heavy Cream half-and-half or coconut cream can be exchanged

For the Cheesy Topping

½ cup Grated Parmesan Cheese nutritional yeast works as a vegan alternative
1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Cheddar can serve as a substitution

For Seasoning

to taste Salt
to taste Pepper

Equipment

Large pot
large skillet
Baking dish

Method

Cooking Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cook the pasta until al dente, about 8-10 minutes, and then drain.
Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium heat, add garlic and red pepper flakes, and sauté for 1 minute.
Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes.
Pour in ½ cup of white wine or chicken broth, simmer for 2 minutes.
Stir in lemon juice, zest, and 1 cup of heavy cream, bring to a gentle simmer.
Combine cooked pasta with the sauce, season with salt and pepper.
Transfer to a greased baking dish, place shrimp on top.
Sprinkle ½ cup of Parmesan and 1 cup of mozzarella on top.
Bake for 15-20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Garnish with parsley and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 28gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This recipe is customizable; feel free to add vegetables or substitute proteins as desired.

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