Description
Shrimp Scampi Bowls with Garlic Bread are the perfect blend of comfort and elegance, making them an ideal choice for both busy weeknights and special gatherings. This dish features succulent shrimp sautéed in a rich, buttery garlic sauce, served alongside perfectly toasted garlic bread that’s perfect for soaking up every drop of flavor. In just 25 minutes, you can create a restaurant-quality meal in your own kitchen that will leave everyone asking for seconds. With its vibrant flavors and inviting aromas, this recipe is bound to become a family favorite.
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 wine or chicken broth
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 thick slices of French or Italian bread
- Garlic butter (made by mixing softened butter with minced garlic and parsley)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread garlic butter on each slice of bread and arrange them on a baking sheet. Bake for 8-10 minutes until golden.
- Heat olive oil and 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes.
- Season shrimp with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque; remove from heat.
- In the same skillet, add remaining butter and white wine (or broth). Let it simmer for 1-2 minutes before stirring in lemon juice.
- Return shrimp to the skillet, toss to coat in sauce, then serve warm with garlic bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 180mg