How to Make Red Lobster Shrimp Scampi in One Pan [Simple Method]

Making Red Lobster shrimp scampi at home is simple. Use fresh shrimp, garlic, and real butter—it really matters. A splash of lemon juice adds a bright touch without covering the shrimp’s sweetness. Cook everything quickly in a hot pan until the shrimp turn pink and the garlic gives off a strong aroma. Serve over pasta or with crusty bread. The buttery, salty sauce sticks to the shrimp and soaks into the bread, making every bite delicious. This dish feels special whether you’re sharing it or having it all to yourself.

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Recreate the deliciousness of Red Lobster’s shrimp scampi with this easy recipe. Perfect for a delightful dinner, this dish features succulent shrimp cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce with a hint of lemon. Follow these simple steps to enjoy a restaurant-quality meal at home, perfect for impressing guests or indulging in a special treat. Ideal for seafood lovers looking to replicate their favorite Red Lobster dish.

• Author: Diana
• Prep Time: 10 min
• Cook Time: 15 min
• Total Time: 25 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Category: Main
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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• 1 lb Medium shrimp peeled and de-veined
• 1 Tbsp. Olive oil extra virgin
• 2 Tbsp. Garlic minced
• 1 ½ c. White wine or chicken broth
• ½ fresh lemon juiced
• 1 tsp. Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp Old Bay Seasoning
• ½ c. Butter softened
• 1 Tbsp. Parsley
• ½ c. Parmesan cheese grated
• 1 pinch Salt

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Instructions

• Heat a medium sized skillet over medium high heat. Add olive oil and cook shrimp 3-5 minutes until they’re pink. Remove shrimp and set aside. Reduce heat to medium.
  1 lb Medium shrimp,1 Tbsp. Olive oil
• Add garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes or until fragrant. Add the white wine (or chicken broth) and lemon juice and cook until the liquid is reduced to about half. Reduce your heat to low and add the Italian seasoning and butter. Cook until the butter is fully melted.
  2 Tbsp. Garlic,1 1/2 c. White wine,1/2 fresh lemon,1 tsp. Italian seasoning,1/2 c. Butter,1 pinch Salt
• Once the butter has melted, add the parsley then gently stir the shrimp back in. Cook on low for 1-2 minutes to heat and allow the sauce to cook to the shrimp fully.
  1 Tbsp. Parsley,1 lb Medium shrimp
• Remove your skillet from the heat and cover with your parmesan cheese. Remove from heat and serve hot with crusty bread and pasta.
  1/2 c. Parmesan cheese

Notes

Equipment

• Medium Skillet
• Wooden Spoon
• Dry Measuring Spoons
• Liquid Measuring Cup

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