Description
Shrimp Scampi Pasta Bake is a creamy, cheesy delight featuring tender shrimp and pasta, topped with golden breadcrumbs. This easy dish impresses everyone at gatherings!
Ingredients
- Large shrimp
- Linguine or spaghetti
- Fresh garlic
- Unsalted butter
- Heavy cream
- Parmesan cheese
- Breadcrumbs
- Lemon juice
- Fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Cook pasta until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Sauté garlic until fragrant, then add shrimp until they turn pink.
- Stir in heavy cream and lemon juice; simmer until slightly thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
- Combine pasta with the sauce and half of the parmesan in a large bowl.
- Layer half of the mixture in a greased baking dish, add remaining pasta, then top with breadcrumbs and rest of the parmesan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 195mg
Keywords: - Customize by swapping shrimp for chicken or adding spinach for extra nutrition. - Store leftovers covered in the fridge; reheat gently to maintain creaminess.