Shrimp Scampi Pasta Bake
A rich and creamy Shrimp Scampi Pasta Bake that combines garlicky shrimp, tender pasta, and a luscious lemon-butter sauce, baked to golden perfection with a cheesy, crispy topping.
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 12 oz pasta
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 cup chicken or seafood broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 lemon
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water and cook pasta until slightly firm. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Shrimp: Melt 2 tbsp butter in a skillet, cook shrimp with salt and pepper for 2 minutes per side until pink, then set aside.
- Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, melt 2 tbsp butter, sauté garlic and red pepper flakes for 1 minute, then add white wine and reduce for 2 minutes. Stir in broth, heavy cream, lemon juice, and zest, then simmer for 5 minutes. Add Parmesan and stir until smooth.
- Assemble the Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Mix cooked pasta and shrimp with sauce, transfer to a greased baking dish, and top with mozzarella and breadcrumbs.
- Bake and Serve: Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes until golden and bubbly. Garnish with parsley and serve hot.