Shrimp Scampi (Copycat Red Lobster)
Copycat Red Lobster Shrimp Scampi is a flavorful shrimp recipe that is similar to the famous restaurant version. Enjoy this scampi with pasta, rice, potatoes, or vegetables.
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Servings: 4
Calories: 274kcal
Equipment
- Skillet
Ingredients
- 1 pound Extra Large Shrimp peeled and deveined
- ½ teaspoon Kosher Salt
- ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper
- 2 teaspoons Old Bay Seasoning divided
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 4 cloves Garlic minced
- 1 ½ cups White Wine (or chicken broth)
- 1 Lemon zested and juiced
- ½ teaspoon Lemon Zest (or to taste)
- ½ cup Unsalted Butter room temperature
- ¼ teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes (optional for added spice)
Garnish
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley Leaves chopped for serving
- Grated Parmesan optional for serving
Pasta - Optional
- Angel Hair or Thin Spaghetti
Instructions
- Season both sides of the shrimp with salt, pepper, and 1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add shrimp and cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, turning them once with tongs. Set aside the cooked shrimp on a plate.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet, and cook for 1 minute.
- Deglaze the pan with white wine and lemon juice. Scraping up the bits in the pan with a wooden or silicone spoon.
- Bring to a boil; reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Stir in the butter and remaining 1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning, ½ teaspoon lemon zest and red pepper flakes, until melted into the sauce.
- Add the shrimp back to the skillet and stir. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Sprinkle with chopped parsley.
- Garnish with grated parmesan cheese and serve immediately.
Notes
You can store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
For instructions to cook pasta, please see the blog post.
Nutrition
Calories: 274kcal