Description

This Shrimp Scampi Pasta Bake is a delicious twist on classic shrimp scampi, combining tender shrimp, garlic butter sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta, all baked with gooey mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. It's a comforting, easy-to-make dish perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

12 oz (340g) pasta (penne, rigatoni, or rotini)

1 lb (450g) shrimp, peeled and deveined

4 tbsp unsalted butter

4 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

1/2 cup dry white wine or chicken broth

Juice of 1 lemon

1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Salt and pepper, to taste

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Instructions

Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
Add shrimp to the skillet, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side until shrimp turn pink and are cooked through. Remove shrimp and set aside.
Pour white wine or chicken broth into the skillet and simmer for 2–3 minutes to reduce slightly. Stir in lemon juice.
Toss the cooked pasta with the shrimp, garlic butter sauce, and half of the Parmesan cheese.
Transfer this mixture to a greased baking dish. Sprinkle mozzarella and the remaining Parmesan cheese evenly on top.
Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Optional: Add fresh spinach or halved cherry tomatoes for extra color and flavor.

For a creamier texture, mix in cream cheese or heavy cream before combining pasta and shrimp.

Can substitute mozzarella with provolone or add Italian seasoning for flavor variation.

Leftovers keep well in the fridge up to 3 days; reheat covered in oven or microwave.

Frozen shrimp can be used if thawed and dried properly.

Gluten-free pasta can be substituted for a gluten-free version.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 220mg