Description
A delicious and easy-to-make Shrimp Scampi Pasta Bake that combines succulent shrimp, pasta, and a creamy garlic sauce, baked to perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz. pasta (such as penne or fusilli)
- 1 lb. shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat and sauté the garlic until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink and opaque.
- Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, mixing until well combined.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.
- Sprinkle breadcrumbs and chopped parsley on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden and bubbly.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes to the garlic while sautéing.
- Feel free to substitute shrimp with chicken or vegetables for a different twist.
- This dish can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg