Creamy Shrimp Scampi Recipe
A lightened up version of the restaurant classic, this Creamy Shrimp Scampi with Garlic and Parmesan is ready to enjoy in less than 20 minutes.
Print
Pin
Calories: 488kcal
Servings: 4
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Baking Dish
- Knife
- Measuring Cups
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 20 large shrimp uncooked
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 2 Tablespoons garlic minced
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 Tablespoon cornstarch as needed
- Juice of one lemon approx. 3 Tablespoons
- Parsley for garnish
- 1 lb pasta of choice cooked
Instructions
- Cook the pasta as per package instructions.
- Heat oil in a large skillet, add garlic, and sauté for 1 minute before adding shrimp; cook until shrimp turn pink (about 4 minutes), then set shrimp aside.
- Pour whole milk into the skillet, whisking occasionally, and bring to a boil; if needed, thicken with cornstarch.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper; adjust seasoning to taste.
- Mix in the pasta and shrimp, coat well, drizzle with lemon juice, and garnish with parsley before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 488kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 44g | Saturated Fat: 25g | Cholesterol: 234mg | Sodium: 110mg | Potassium: 223mg | Vitamin A: 1765IU | Vitamin C: 9.2mg | Calcium: 375mg | Iron: 2.8mg