A deliciously creamy, garlic-infused shrimp scampi topped with melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheese—perfectly baked to bubbly perfection!
📋 Recipe Card
Servings & Timing:
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Prep Time: 10 mins
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Cook Time: 20 mins
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Total Time: 30 mins
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Servings: 4–6 servings
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Dietary Badges: High-Protein, W-W Friendly, Crowd-Pleasing
🛒 Ingredients
Shrimp Scampi:
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🍤 1 lb large shrimp (peeled, deveined, tails optional)
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🧈 2 tbsp unsalted butter
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🫒 2 tbsp olive oil
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🧄 4 cloves garlic, minced
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🍗 ½ cup chicken broth
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🥛 ½ cup heavy cream
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🍋 Juice of 1 lemon (about 2–3 tbsp)
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🍋 Zest of 1 lemon
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🍷 ¼ cup dry white wine (optional, or extra broth)
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🧂 Salt and black pepper, to taste
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🌶️ ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Baked Topping:
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🧀 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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🧀 ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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🌿 ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley, extra for garnish
Serving Suggestions:
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Pasta, rice, or crusty bread (to soak up the delicious sauce!)
👩🍳 Instructions
Step 1: Preheat Oven
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Step 2: Cook Shrimp
Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic; sauté 1 minute. Add shrimp, cook 2–3 mins per side until pink. Remove shrimp; set aside.
Step 3: Prepare Sauce
In the same skillet, add chicken broth, heavy cream, lemon juice, zest, and wine (if using). Simmer 3–4 mins until slightly thickened. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
Step 4: Assemble Bake
Return shrimp to skillet, coat evenly with sauce. Transfer mixture into baking dish. Top evenly with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
Step 5: Bake
Bake for 10–12 mins, or until cheese is bubbly and golden.
Step 6: Garnish & Serve
Garnish with fresh parsley. Serve hot over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread.
💡 Tips for Success:
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Avoid Overcooking: Remove shrimp from skillet immediately once pink.
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Fresh Lemon: Always use fresh lemon for vibrant flavor.
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Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in airtight container for up to 2 days; reheat gently.
🌟 Why You’ll Love It:
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Bold & Zesty: Rich garlic-butter-lemon flavors.
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Creamy & Cheesy: Indulgent yet balanced with cream and cheese.
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Quick & Easy: Ready in under 30 mins!
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Versatile: Ideal as a main dish or served with various sides.
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Crowd-Pleaser: Always popular at gatherings!
🍽️ Variations:
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Veggie Boost: Add spinach, cherry tomatoes, or peppers.
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Extra Spice: More red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper.
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Gluten-Free: Serve with gluten-free pasta or cauliflower rice.
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Seafood Swap: Substitute shrimp with scallops or white fish.
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Low-Carb: Serve over zucchini noodles or steamed broccoli.
📊 Nutrition & W-W Points (per serving, based on 6 servings):
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Calories: ~340 kcal
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Carbs: 4g
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Protein: 27g
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Fat: 24g
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W-W Points: Approx. 10 W-W points per serving
Enjoy your delicious Shrimp Scampi Bake! Let me know if you’d like more recipes formatted similarly. 😊