Description
Shrimp Scampi Pasta Bake combines the bright, buttery flavors of classic shrimp scampi with the cozy comfort of a cheesy pasta casserole. Juicy shrimp, garlic, lemon, and cheese come together in a satisfying oven-baked dish perfect for any night.
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 12 oz spaghetti, angel hair, or linguine (cooked al dente)
- 3 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- Optional: 1/4 cup breadcrumbs for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook pasta until al dente, drain, and set aside.
- In a skillet, melt butter with olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté 1 minute.
- Add shrimp and cook 1–2 minutes per side until pink. Remove and set aside.
- Pour wine or broth, lemon juice, and zest into the skillet. Simmer 2–3 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Add cooked pasta and toss to coat. Stir in half of the Parmesan cheese.
- Transfer to baking dish. Top with shrimp, mozzarella, remaining Parmesan, and breadcrumbs (if using).
- Bake uncovered for 15–20 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- Add spinach or cherry tomatoes for extra flavor and color.
- Use scallops with shrimp for a seafood medley.
- Replace wine with broth if preferred.
- Precook shrimp lightly to avoid overcooking in the bake.
- Whole wheat pasta or reduced cheese makes a lighter version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 630mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 190mg
