Description
Get ready to savor a creamy and delicious twist on the classic shrimp scampi with our Shrimp Scampi Pasta Bake. This delightful dish combines juicy shrimp, tender pasta, and a rich, garlicky sauce that’s topped with a golden layer of melted cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests, this pasta bake is not just easy to make but also a surefire hit at the dinner table. With its comforting flavors and simple preparation, it’s sure to become a family favorite. Dive into this culinary experience that guarantees satisfaction in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz linguine or spaghetti
- 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth
- 1 lemon (juiced and zested)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the pasta until al dente according to package instructions; drain.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing for about one minute.
- Add shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink and opaque, about 3–4 minutes; remove from skillet.
- Pour white wine or chicken broth into the skillet, scraping up any browned bits. Allow it to simmer for two minutes.
- Stir in lemon juice, zest, and heavy cream; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Toss the cooked pasta in the sauce, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with cooked shrimp.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan and mozzarella cheese evenly across the top.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of bake (approx. 290g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 200mg