Are you looking for a tasty and elegant dish to impress your guests or elevate a cozy evening at home? Look no further than our delightful recipe for Scampi and Angel Hair Pasta. This classic Italian-inspired dish combines succulent shrimp with garlic-infused butter sauce, served over delicate angel hair pasta. It’s a simple yet sophisticated meal that is sure to become a favorite in your repertoire.
Scampi and Angel Hair Pasta
Ingredients:
– 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 8 oz angel hair pasta
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 1/4 cup white wine
– 1/4 cup chicken broth
– 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
– 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
– Salt and black pepper, to taste
– 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions:
1. Cook the angel hair pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/4 cup of pasta water.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, add the remaining butter and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
4. Pour in the white wine and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Allow the mixture to simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
5. Add the lemon juice, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to the sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
6. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat them in the sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
7. Add the cooked angel hair pasta to the skillet along with the reserved pasta water. Toss everything together gently to combine and coat the pasta in the flavorful sauce.
8. Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the top.
9. Serve the Scampi and Angel Hair Pasta hot, garnished with additional parsley and a wedge of lemon on the side for squeezing over the dish.
Enjoy this delightful dish with a crisp white wine or a side of garlic bread to complete the experience. Scampi and Angel Hair Pasta is perfect for a special dinner occasion or a cozy night in when you want to treat yourself to something delicious. Bon appétit!
