Quick Lemon Shrimp Scampi
"This is a quick fantastic recipe and it takes minutes only to cook. I originally found on TasteofHome and I know you will love this as much as my family does. This is delicious served with angel hair pasta"
Original is 3-4 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (281.1 g)
- Calories 420
- Total Fat - 30.4 g
- Saturated Fat - 11.6 g
- Cholesterol - 231.5 mg
- Sodium - 1116.8 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 11.9 g
- Dietary Fiber - 2.4 g
- Sugars - 2.2 g
- Protein - 27.3 g
- Calcium - 299.2 mg
- Iron - 1.4 mg
- Vitamin C - 45.4 mg
- Thiamin - 0.1 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
In a 10-inch ovenproof skillet, saute garlic in butter and oil for 1 minute or until tender.
Step 2
Stir in the shrimp, lemon juice and Italian seasoning or oregano; cook and stir for 2-3 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. Add salt and pepper. Sprinkle with the Parmesan cheese, bread crumbs and parsley.
Step 3
Broil 6 in. from the heat for 2-3 minutes or until topping is golden brown. Serve with pasta.
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- When selecting shrimp, make sure to buy deveined and peeled shrimp to save time.
- If you don't have fresh parsley, you can use dried parsley flakes instead.
- Instead of shrimp, use chicken - This substitution is great for those who have dietary restrictions or prefer not to eat seafood. It's also a great way to add more protein to the dish.
- Instead of Parmesan cheese, use feta cheese - This substitution is great for those who are looking for a more flavorful cheese. Feta cheese adds a nice salty and tangy flavor that pairs well with the lemon.
Garlic-Lime Shrimp Scampi Substitute the lemon juice for the juice of one lime, and add an additional teaspoon of minced garlic. Omit the Italian seasoning and substitute cilantro for the parsley.
Garlic Parmesan Roasted Vegetables - Roasted vegetables are a great accompaniment to this Quick Lemon Shrimp Scampi. The vegetables are tossed in a flavorful garlic parmesan sauce before being roasted in the oven, making them the perfect complement to the shrimp. The roasted vegetables are also a great way to add some extra nutrition to the meal!
Mediterranean Couscous Salad -
RECOMMENDED DISH DESCRIPTION: This Mediterranean Couscous Salad is a flavorful and healthy side dish that pairs perfectly with the Quick Lemon Shrimp Scampi. It's made with fresh vegetables and herbs, and tossed with a light lemon dressing. The combination of flavors is a great contrast to the shrimp scampi, and it adds a boost of nutrition to the meal.
FAQ
Q: How long does it take to cook Quick Lemon Shrimp Scampi?
A: This recipe takes only minutes to cook.
Q: What ingredients are needed to make Quick Lemon Shrimp Scampi?
A: This recipe requires shrimp, butter, garlic, lemon juice, white wine, parsley, and salt and pepper.
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Fun facts:
The classic Italian-American dish of shrimp scampi is believed to have originated in the 1950s in New York City. It is thought to have been created by Italian-American chefs as a way to recreate the flavors of the Italian coastal dish of scampi.
The Italian-American actor and filmmaker Danny DeVito is known for his love of shrimp scampi. He has even been known to order it in restaurants when he is out and about.