Shrimp Scampi Pasta Bake – Creamy, Cheesy, and Packed with Flavor! 🍤🧀
🌟 A perfect blend of shrimp, garlic, butter, and cheesy goodness, all baked to perfection. This Shrimp Scampi Pasta Bake will be your new favorite comfort food! 🌟
📌 Ingredients:
✔ 1 lb uncooked pasta (penne or rigatoni)
✔ 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
✔ 3 tbsp unsalted butter
✔ 4 cloves garlic, minced
✔ ½ cup dry white wine (or chicken broth)
✔ 1 cup heavy cream
✔ 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
✔ 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
✔ Salt and pepper to taste
✔ 1 tbsp lemon juice
✔ 1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional for a bit of spice)
✔ Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
📌 Instructions:
1️⃣ Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2️⃣ Cook the Pasta: Cook the pasta according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
3️⃣ Cook the Shrimp: In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the shrimp and cook until pink and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat.
4️⃣ Make the Sauce: Add white wine (or broth) to the skillet and let it simmer for 2 minutes. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and lemon juice. Cook until the sauce is thickened, about 3-4 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (optional).
5️⃣ Combine and Assemble: In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, shrimp, and sauce. Stir in mozzarella cheese and mix well. Transfer to the prepared baking dish and top with additional Parmesan cheese.
6️⃣ Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the top is golden and bubbly.
7️⃣ Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve hot!
🔥 Pro Tip: Add some extra garlic bread on the side for the perfect meal!
📢 Tag someone who loves shrimp scampi and needs to try this pasta bake! 🍤👇👇
