Shrimp Scampi Pasta
An easy One Pot Shrimp Scampi Pasta recipe prepared in just 20 minutes. The perfect family meal on a budget for those busy days!
- Prep time
- 5 min
- Cook time
- 15 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 8 oz whole wheat pasta
- 2 TBSP olive oil
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/4 lbs large shrimp, thawed and pat dry ((peeled and deveined, tail removed))
- Salt to taste
- 1/8 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 2 TBSP chopped parsley (and or basil leaves)
- 6-8 Grape tomatoes, halved (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a large pot, boil water with a pinch of salt and a hint of olive oil. Add pasta and cook, stirring every now and then, until al dente (about 7-10 minutes). Drain and set aside pasta.
- 2
Using the same pot, heat the 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat for about 1 minute. Then add the garlic and let cook, stirring, for about 1 minute. Do not let brown!
- 3
Add the shrimp; season with salt and red pepper flakes. Toss until the shrimp turns pink and opaque in the center, about 3 minutes. Add the wine; toss 1 minute. Add the heavy cream and stir just until sauce is homogeneous. Let cook for about 1-2 minutes.
- 4
Remove pan from the heat, stir in lemon juice. Return cooked pasta to the pot, toss with Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley and/or basil leaves. Top with grape tomatoes if desired. Serve while hot. Enjoy!