Name: Olive Garden Shrimp Scampi Made Easy at Home Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients: 8 oz Angel Hair Pasta (Perfect for soaking up the sauce.); 1 lb Large Shrimp (Plump and juicy, the star of the dish.); 2 tbsp Unsalted Butter (Adjust if using salted butter.); 1 tbsp Olive Oil; 3 cloves Garlic (Fresh minced for best flavor.); 0.5 cup Dry White Wine (Can substitute with broth for non-alcoholic.); 0.5 cup Chicken Broth (Vegetable broth is a lighter alternative.); 1 tbsp Lemon Juice (Fresh juice recommended.); 1 pinch Red Pepper Flakes (Adjust to taste.); 0.25 cup Parmesan Cheese (Substitute with Pecorino Romano if desired.); 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley (Chopped for garnish.); to taste Salt and Pepper (Essential seasonings.)

Description

Enjoy a classic Olive Garden-inspired Shrimp Scampi recipe made easy at home. This dish features tender angel hair pasta tossed in a flavorful garlic, white wine, and butter sauce, topped with plump shrimp and fresh parsley. Perfect for a quick yet elegant dinner that captures the essence of Italian-American cuisine.

Ingredients

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Pasta

8 oz Angel Hair Pasta (Perfect for soaking up the sauce.)

Shrimp and Sauce

1 lb Large Shrimp (Plump and juicy, the star of the dish.)
2 tbsp Unsalted Butter (Adjust if using salted butter.)
1 tbsp Olive Oil
3 cloves Garlic (Fresh minced for best flavor.)
0.5 cup Dry White Wine (Can substitute with broth for non-alcoholic.)
0.5 cup Chicken Broth (Vegetable broth is a lighter alternative.)
1 tbsp Lemon Juice (Fresh juice recommended.)
1 pinch Red Pepper Flakes (Adjust to taste.)
0.25 cup Parmesan Cheese (Substitute with Pecorino Romano if desired.)
2 tbsp Fresh Parsley (Chopped for garnish.)
to taste Salt and Pepper (Essential seasonings.)

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Instructions

Preparation: Begin by gathering all ingredients and preparing the shrimp by peeling and deveining if needed. Mince the garlic and chop the fresh parsley for garnish.
Cook Pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot and cook the angel hair pasta according to package instructions, about 4-5 minutes. Once cooked, drain thoroughly and set aside to keep warm.
Cook Shrimp: Heat 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter and 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned shrimp with salt and pepper, cooking for 2-3 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from the skillet and set aside, keeping them warm.
Sauté Garlic and Reduce Wine: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, approximately 1 minute. Pour in the dry white wine and simmer until reduced by half, about 2-3 minutes.
Add Broth and Simmer: Stir in 0.5 cup chicken broth, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and a pinch of red pepper flakes. Let the mixture simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes to meld the flavors.
Combine Shrimp and Pasta: Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and add the drained angel hair pasta. Toss everything gently to coat in the flavorful sauce, heating together for 1-2 minutes until heated through.
Finish and Serve: Remove the skillet from heat. Stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, freshly grated Parmesan cheese, and chopped parsley. Adjust salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately while hot for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

You can substitute dry white wine with additional chicken or vegetable broth for a non-alcoholic version.
Use fresh lemon juice for the brightest flavor in the sauce.
Angel hair pasta works best, but thin spaghetti can be a suitable alternative.
To prevent overcooking shrimp, remove them from heat as soon as they turn pink and opaque.
Red pepper flakes can be adjusted or omitted according to your spice preference.
Parmesan cheese adds a rich finishing touch but can be replaced with Pecorino Romano for a sharper taste.