Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Shrimp Scampi Pasta Bake, a creamy and cheesy dish that brings together succulent shrimp, perfectly cooked pasta, and a rich garlic-lemon sauce. This comforting casserole is great for cozy family dinners or impressing guests at gatherings. With its quick preparation time of just 35 minutes, you can easily whip up this mouthwatering meal on busy weeknights. The combination of juicy shrimp, a golden cheesy topping, and versatile ingredients makes it a hit with both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz linguine or spaghetti
- 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the pasta until al dente according to package instructions, then drain.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic for about a minute.
- Add shrimp and cook until pink (3-4 minutes), then remove from skillet.
- Pour in white wine or chicken broth, simmer for about 2 minutes.
- Stir in lemon juice, zest, and heavy cream; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the sauce; season with salt and pepper.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish, top with shrimp, and sprinkle cheeses on top.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 250mg