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Plate of shrimp scampi with spaghetti garnished with parsley and lemon.

Shrimp Scampi with Spaghetti

A cozy, garlicky, and simple dish that combines tender shrimp with linguine, bright herbs, and a buttery sauce for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Seafood
  • 8 oz Linguine Pasta
  • 1 lb Shrimp Peeled Deveined With The Tails On Or Off Use peeled shrimp for ease
Sauce Ingredients
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 4 tsp Garlic Minced Fresh garlic = bigger flavor
  • ¼ cup White Cooking Wine Dry white wine works fine for cooking
  • ½ tsp Oregano
  • ½ cup Chicken Broth Can substitute to omit white wine
  • ¼ cup Parsley Chopped Parsley brightens the dish
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Basil Chopped Swap for tarragon for a different flavor
  • 4 tbsp Butter Unsalted helps control salt
  • ½ cup Onion Chopped
  • Salt And Pepper To Taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Prepare the shrimp: wash, devein, and peel. Season well with salt and pepper.
  2. Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package directions. Drain and set aside, keeping a cup of pasta water.
Cooking Shrimp
  1. Heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high. When the pan shimmers, add shrimp in a single layer. Cook until pink with golden edges, about 1–2 minutes per side. Remove shrimp and set aside.
Making the Sauce
  1. Add the remaining butter and the chopped onion. Cook until the onion softens and turns translucent, about 3–4 minutes.
  2. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, ensuring it doesn’t brown. Pour in the white cooking wine and cook until it reduces by half, roughly 1–2 minutes.
  3. Stir in basil, oregano, parsley, and chicken broth. Let the sauce simmer and thicken slightly for about 2 minutes. If too thin, add a splash of reserved pasta water.
Combining and Serving
  1. Return the cooked shrimp and pasta to the pan. Toss vigorously so the linguine is coated with sauce and the shrimp are warmed through.
  2. Taste and adjust salt and pepper. Serve immediately with extra parsley.

Notes

For a quick weeknight dinner, serve with extra parsley and lemon wedges. Pair with crusty bread and white wine for a casual dinner party. Not ideal for freezing; store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days.