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Shrimp Linguine Recipe

4.85 from 19 votes

Indulge in a flavorful symphony of succulent shrimp and al dente linguine with my shrimp linguine recipe. This mouthwatering dish combines the delicate sweetness of plump shrimp with the perfect balance of herbs, garlic, and olive oil.

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My Easy Shrimp Linguine recipe is a fabulous pasta dish that comes together in just 20 minutes! This is the easiest shrimp recipe you will ever make!

Shrimp Scampi Linguine served in a white plate
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Shrimp Linguine

This is the easiest shrimp recipe I have ever made and my family absolutely adores it. You can make it with fresh shrimp or cooked shrimp and it turns out amazing every time. Sometimes I even make it with leftover shrimp cocktail!

Crisp white wine finishes the sauce and highlights the flavors of garlic, onion, and shrimp. Then, I add a bright lemony finish and wrap it all in deliciously satisfying linguine pasta.

We loved this recipe so much that we have added it to our weekly rotation. It is the perfect quick and delicious meal.

Lindsay via email
Shrimp scampi ingredients on the table

Shrimp Linguine Recipe Ingredients

  • linguine pasta
  • large shrimp 
  • extra virgin olive oil
  • onion finely chopped
  • garlic cloves minced
  • white wine or chicken broth
  • lemon
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • A few sprigs of parsley finely chopped
  • butter optional
  • Red pepper flakes optional

Recipe for Shrimp Linguine

  1. Saute onion and garlic in olive oil.
    Sauteeing onion and garlic
  2. Add shrimp and saute until they turn pink approximately 10 minutes.
  3. Add wine and lemon juice and season with salt, pepper, and parsley.
    Cooking shrimp with onion and garlic
  4. Cook and drain the pasta, then add to the shrimp sauce and continue cooking.
    Pasta in pan with shrimp scampi

And that's it! My linguine with shrimp recipe is that easy to make.

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Linguine with Shrimp Tips

  • We recommend a good quality wine like Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay, or a Riesling for pairing and cooking with this recipe.
  • Instead of wine, you can substitute chicken broth.
  • You can top the linguine with Parmesan if you prefer.
  • Elevate this dish by swapping out shrimp for prawns! Garlic butter prawns are delicious.
  • Reserve 1 cup of pasta water to add to the sauce if a more creamy texture is desired. 

Shrimp Linguine FAQs

Can I use frozen shrimp?

Frozen shrimp can be used to make garlic shrimp scampi pasta. It saves you the time and effort of peeling and de-veining your own shrimp.

Can I make shrimp scampi without wine?

Instead of using wine, you can use the same amount of seafood or chicken stock.

What kind of white wine works best?

Use a dry white wine, such as Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio.

How long does shrimp scampi last in the refrigerator?

This recipe lasts up to 3 days in the fridge stored in an airtight container.

Can I use leftover shrimp?

You absolutely can use leftover cooked shrimp in this recipe. I have even used leftover cocktail shrimp in a pinch and it works.

How to Defrost Frozen Shrimp

  1. First, add the frozen shrimp to a bowl of cold water. Make sure the cold water fully covers the shrimp. Do not use warm water!
  2. Allow the shrimp to sit in the cold water for 10 to 15 minutes. If they need more time, drain the water after 10 minutes, add fresh cold water, and allow them to sit for an additional 10 to 15 minutes.
  3. Finally, dry the shrimp with paper towels before cooking.

If you want to elevate this dish even further, you could substitute prawns for shrimp. Prawn linguine is delicious, especially as prawn scampi.

Shrimp Scampi Linguine served in a plate on a rustic wooden table

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Shrimp Scampi Linguine served on a table with a lemon on the side

Shrimp Linguine Recipe

Recipe Author: Isabel Laessig
Indulge in a flavorful symphony of succulent shrimp and al dente linguine with my shrimp linguine recipe. This mouthwatering dish combines the delicate sweetness of plump shrimp with the perfect balance of herbs, garlic, and olive oil.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 688 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound linguine pasta
  • 1 pound large shrimp - peeled and deveined*, see notes for frozen shrimp
  • 3 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 onion - finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves - minced
  • ⅓ cup white wine* - Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio
  • the juice of 1 lemon
  • salt and pepper - to taste
  • A few sprigs of parsley - finely chopped
  • 1 Tablespoons butter - optional
  • Red pepper flakes - optional

Instructions
 

  • Heat the olive oil in a skillet and sauté the onions until translucent.
    3 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil,1 onion
    Sauteeing onion and garlic
  • Add shrimp, garlic, lemon juice, and wine, and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally. Make sure all shrimp is pink on both sides. Stir in parsley and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Remove the skillet from heat.
    1 pound large shrimp,2 garlic cloves,⅓ cup white wine*,the juice of 1 lemon
    Cooking shrimp with onion and garlic
  • Cook the linguine in a large pan with salted boiling water. Cook until it is still slightly hard to chew (al dente), which is about 2-3 minutes less than the cooking time on the pasta box. Drain the linguine in a colander and add the pasta to the shrimp scampi in the skillet. Add the butter. Mix everything over low heat for 1-2 minutes.
    1 pound linguine pasta,1 Tablespoons butter
    Pasta in pan with shrimp scampi
  • Reserve approximately 1 cup of the pasta water. If you want your scampi sauce to be a bit more creamy and saucy, add approximately ½ cup at a time to the pasta and stir until creamy. Finally, serve immediately. Add more fresh pepper and parsley, if desired. Garnish with parmesan cheese and enjoy!
    salt and pepper,A few sprigs of parsley,Red pepper flakes
    Shrimp Scampi Linguine served in white plates with a glass of wine and a lemon on a side
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4.85 from 19 votes

Notes

 
  • Instead of wine you can use chicken broth.
  • You can top the linguine with Parmesan cheese.
  • Elevate this dish by swapping out shrimp for prawns! Garlic butter prawns are delicious.
  • We recommend a good quality wine like Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay, or a Riesling for pairing and cooking with this recipe.
  • Reserve 1 cup of pasta water to add to the scampi sauce if a more creamy texture is desired. 

Nutrition

Calories: 688kcalCarbohydrates: 88gProtein: 38gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 294mgSodium: 917mgPotassium: 398mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 92IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 197mgIron: 4mg
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Isabel, AKA Family Foodie

About Isabel Laessig

Hi! I’m Isabel Laessig, also known as Family Foodie, creator of Sunday Supper Movement and author of the Sunday Supper Cookbook. Sunday Supper is my mission to bring family back around the dinner table. Join me in making family meal-time a tradition to celebrate!

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  1. Cindy Kerschner says

    This sound so good. I love Scampi of all kinds!

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  2. Krissy says

    I like ez and fast cooking , I have no time to play games. Life is too short when your hungry:) after work !

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