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One-Pan Shrimp Scampi Pasta Bake

One-Pan Shrimp Scampi Pasta Bake
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One-Pan Shrimp Scampi Pasta Bake is a rich, comforting, and flavorful dish that combines tender shrimp with a creamy, garlicky sauce and pasta, all cooked together in one pan. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe delivers a restaurant-quality meal with minimal cleanup and customizable options to suit your taste and dietary needs.

Ingredients

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Shrimp and Pasta

  • 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp
  • 8 oz penne or rigatoni pasta (gluten-free if needed)

Sauce

  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided

Garnish

  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • Additional lemon zest (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the shrimp: Heat olive oil and butter in a large oven-safe pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the shrimp and cook for about 2 minutes per side, until pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the pan and set aside to prevent overcooking.
  2. Prepare the sauce: In the same pan, add more butter if needed along with garlic and red pepper flakes. Stir briefly, then pour in the heavy cream, lemon juice, and add 3/4 cup of Parmesan cheese. Whisk continuously until the sauce is smooth, creamy, and well combined.
  3. Combine pasta and sauce: Add cooked al dente pasta directly into the pan with the sauce, stirring carefully to evenly coat all the pasta. Gently fold the cooked shrimp back into the mixture.
  4. Bake to perfection: Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley over the top of the pasta bake. Bake uncovered in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
  5. Rest and serve: Remove the bake from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes to allow the sauce to thicken slightly. Serve warm, garnished with additional lemon zest or fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

  • Don’t overcook shrimp: Remove them early as they will finish cooking in the oven, ensuring they stay juicy and tender.
  • Use al dente pasta: Slightly undercooked pasta absorbs the sauce better during baking and prevents mushiness.
  • Fresh garlic is key: Avoid garlic powder for authentic depth and aroma.
  • Choose an oven-safe skillet to simplify cooking from stovetop to oven.
  • For lighter sauce, substitute half the heavy cream with chicken broth or white wine.

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