Craveable Shrimp Scampi Pasta Bake Easy Oven Magic
A comforting oven-baked pasta dish featuring tender shrimp, a rich garlic butter sauce, and a golden cheesy topping.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 to 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
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340 g (12 oz) dry pasta
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450 g (1 lb) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
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6 tablespoons unsalted butter
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4 tablespoons olive oil
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6 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon ground black pepper
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
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240 ml (1 cup) vegetable or seafood broth
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120 ml (½ cup) fresh lemon juice
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120 ml (½ cup) heavy cream
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60 g (½ cup) grated Parmesan cheese
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120 g (1 cup) shredded mozzarella cheese
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3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
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Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
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Cook pasta in salted water until al dente, drain, and set aside.
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Season shrimp lightly with salt and pepper.
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Melt butter with olive oil, add garlic, and cook until fragrant.
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Add seasoning, broth, and lemon juice; simmer briefly.
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Stir in cream, zest, and Parmesan, then remove from heat.
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Combine pasta, shrimp, and sauce in a baking dish.
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Top with mozzarella and bake at 190°C (375°F) until golden and bubbly.
Notes
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Slightly undercook pasta to avoid softness after baking.
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Rest the dish before serving so the sauce sets properly.