Shrimp Scampi Bowls with Garlic Bread
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Shrimp Scampi Bowls with Garlic Bread, an easy-to-make dish that brings restaurant-quality dining to your home. This delightful recipe features succulent shrimp sautéed in a rich, buttery garlic sauce, perfectly complemented by golden, crusty garlic bread ideal for savoring every drop of the savory sauce. Whether it’s a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this meal is simple yet impressive, making it a family favorite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1/4 cup dry white apple vinegar or chicken broth
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 thick slices French or Italian bread
- Garlic butter (softened butter mixed with minced garlic and parsley)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread garlic butter on each slice of bread and arrange them on a baking sheet. Bake for 8-10 minutes until golden brown.
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tbsp olive oil and 2 tbsp butter over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Season shrimp with salt and pepper; add to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, add remaining butter and vinegar (or broth). Simmer for 1-2 minutes, then stir in lemon juice.
- Return shrimp to the skillet, toss to coat in the sauce, and serve with warm garlic bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 220mg