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Flavorful Shrimp Scampi with Angel Hair Pasta

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A quick and easy shrimp scampi recipe with angel hair pasta, featuring a garlicky, buttery sauce brightened with lemon and fresh parsley. Perfect for busy weeknights or dinner parties.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces angel hair pasta
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Juice of 1 medium lemon
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup white wine (optional) or chicken broth

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the angel hair pasta and cook according to package instructions, usually 3 to 4 minutes for al dente. Drain, reserving about 1/2 cup of pasta water. Set pasta aside.
  2. While pasta cooks, pat shrimp dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons of butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once shimmering, add shrimp in a single layer. Cook about 1.5 to 2 minutes per side until pink and cooked through. Remove shrimp to a plate and set aside.
  4. Reduce heat to medium and add remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Stir in minced garlic and red pepper flakes if using. Cook for 30-45 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  5. Add white wine (or chicken broth) and lemon juice. Let simmer gently for 1 to 2 minutes to reduce slightly and meld flavors.
  6. Return shrimp to skillet. Toss to coat with sauce. Add lemon zest and half the parsley. Stir gently for about 30 seconds to combine.
  7. Add drained pasta to skillet. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time if needed to loosen sauce and help it cling to pasta.
  8. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Sprinkle remaining parsley on top before serving.

Notes

Do not overcook shrimp to avoid rubberiness. Use reserved pasta water to achieve silky sauce texture. Unsalted butter helps control salt levels. Red pepper flakes add mild heat if desired. Fresh lemon zest brightens the dish.

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Keywords: shrimp scampi, angel hair pasta, quick dinner, garlic butter sauce, easy shrimp recipe, weeknight meal, seafood pasta

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