Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Shrimp Scampi Bowls with Garlic Bread, a delectable dish that brings the essence of Italian cuisine right to your table. This recipe features succulent shrimp cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce, perfectly complemented by crispy garlic bread for dipping. In just 25 minutes, you can enjoy a restaurant-quality meal that’s both satisfying and easy to prepare. Whether it’s a busy weeknight or a special occasion, these shrimp scampi bowls are sure to impress family and friends alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1/4 cup dry white apple vinegar or chicken broth
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 4 thick slices of French or Italian bread
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread garlic butter on each slice of bread and arrange on a baking sheet. Bake for 8-10 minutes until golden brown.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes.
- Season shrimp with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Remove shrimp from the skillet; add vinegar or chicken broth and simmer for 1-2 minutes before stirring in lemon juice and remaining butter until smooth.
- Return the shrimp to the skillet, toss gently in sauce, garnish with parsley, and serve with the garlic bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking and Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 180mg