Shrimp Scampi Pasta Bake
Shrimp Scampi Pasta Bake is a comforting dish combining garlic butter shrimp, pasta, lemon, and melted cheese, baked until bubbly and golden. It has the classic scampi flavors but in a creamy, baked pasta form.
Ingredients
Pasta & Shrimp
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12 oz pasta (penne, rotini, or spaghetti)
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1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
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2 tbsp olive oil
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3 tbsp butter
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4 cloves garlic, minced
Sauce
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1 cup heavy cream
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½ cup chicken broth
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½ cup grated parmesan cheese
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1 tbsp lemon juice
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1 tsp lemon zest
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½ tsp salt
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½ tsp black pepper
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½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Topping
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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¼ cup parmesan cheese
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¼ cup breadcrumbs
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1 tbsp melted butter
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1 tbsp chopped parsley
Instructions
1. Cook the Pasta
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Boil pasta in salted water until al dente.
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Drain and set aside.
2. Cook the Shrimp
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Heat olive oil + butter in a large skillet.
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Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
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Add shrimp and cook 1–2 minutes per side until pink.
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Remove shrimp and set aside.
3. Make the Sauce
In the same pan add:
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heavy cream
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chicken broth
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parmesan cheese
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lemon juice
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lemon zest
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salt, pepper, red pepper flakes
Simmer 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
4. Combine
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Add cooked pasta and shrimp to the sauce.
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Toss gently until everything is coated.
5. Assemble the Bake
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Transfer mixture to a greased baking dish.
In a small bowl mix:
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mozzarella
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parmesan
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breadcrumbs
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melted butter
Sprinkle this topping evenly over the pasta.
6. Bake
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Bake at 190°C (375°F) for 15–20 minutes until golden and bubbly.
7. Garnish
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Sprinkle fresh parsley before serving.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with:
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garlic bread
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Caesar salad
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roasted vegetables
💡 Extra Flavor Tips
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Add spinach or mushrooms
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Use white wine instead of some broth
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Add cream cheese for a richer sauce
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Sprinkle extra parmesan after baking
✅ If you’d like, I can also show you:
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The famous Red Lobster shrimp scampi pasta recipe
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A 20-minute one-pan shrimp scampi pasta
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Creamy Cajun shrimp pasta bake.