Copycat Olive Garden Shrimp Scampi Recipe
This Copycat Olive Garden Shrimp Scampi recipe offers a rich and flavorful pasta dish featuring tender shrimp, fresh asparagus, and a creamy white wine sauce. It combines garlic, butter, lemon, and Parmesan cheese for a delightful, restaurant-quality meal you can easily prepare at home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
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Pasta
- 16 ounces angel hair pasta
- 1 teaspoon salt (for pasta water)
Shrimp and Sauce
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined, thawed
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
- 1/2 yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth
- 1 cup asparagus, cut in half
- 1/8 cup lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare Shrimp: Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a warm skillet over medium heat. Season the peeled and deveined shrimp with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Stir the shrimp in the skillet until they turn pink, about 4 minutes. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- Cook Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil (use 1 teaspoon salt). Add the angel hair pasta and cook until al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain the pasta thoroughly and set aside.
- Make Sauce: In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon olive oil. Sauté the diced yellow onion over medium heat for about 2 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Simmer Liquids: Pour in the white wine or chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook for about 5 minutes to let the flavors concentrate.
- Add Vegetables and Flavorings: Stir in the asparagus pieces and lemon juice. Follow by adding the heavy cream and remaining 4 tablespoons of butter, stirring well to combine and create a creamy texture.
- Combine All Ingredients: Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet along with the diced tomatoes and cooked angel hair pasta. Toss everything together gently to coat with the sauce and heat through.
- Finish and Serve: Sprinkle the dish with grated Parmesan cheese as a garnish before serving. Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh shrimp if available; if using frozen, thaw thoroughly before cooking.
- Angel hair pasta cooks quickly, so keep an eye to avoid overcooking.
- White wine adds depth of flavor, but chicken broth can be used as a non-alcoholic alternative.
- Adjust crushed red pepper flakes according to desired spice level.
- For a lighter version, reduce butter and heavy cream quantities.
- The asparagus can be substituted with other vegetables like green beans or zucchini.
Keywords: Shrimp Scampi, Olive Garden Copycat, Angel Hair Pasta, Creamy Garlic Shrimp, Italian Pasta Recipe, Quick Dinner
