Shrimp Scampi Olive Garden
Craving Olive Garden’s Shrimp Scampi? Make it at home with this easy copycat recipe! Creamy, garlicky, buttery shrimp & pasta ready in 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled & deveined (tails on or off)
- 8 oz linguine pasta or your favorite pasta
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup dry white wine, like Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc
- ½ cup chicken or seafood broth
- 1 lemon, juiced + zest
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes optional, for heat
- ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt & black pepper to taste
Optional Add-Ins
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1/4 cup heavy cream for a richer sauce
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
Cook the Pasta
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add linguine and cook until al dente (about 8-10 minutes).
- Drain, reserving ½ cup pasta water, and set aside.
Sauté the Shrimp
- In a large skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat.
- Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until pink. Remove and set aside.
Make the Garlic Wine Sauce
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds (don’t let it burn!).
- Pour in white wine and broth, simmering for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Stir in lemon juice, zest, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
Combine Everything
- Add the cooked shrimp back to the skillet.
- Toss in the pasta, mixing well. If needed, add a splash of pasta water to loosen the sauce.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and parsley.
Serve & Enjoy!
- Garnish with extra lemon wedges and Parmesan.
- Serve with garlic bread or a fresh salad for a complete Olive Garden experience!