Description
Chili Crisp Shrimp Scampi is a vibrant and flavorful seafood dish featuring succulent shrimp sautéed in a garlic butter sauce with zesty lemon and spicy chili crisp. Perfectly paired with pasta or rice, this quick and easy recipe delivers a perfect balance of heat, acidity, and richness for an irresistible meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp and Sauce
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chili crisp (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup white wine (optional)
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
For Serving and Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
- Cooked pasta or rice, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather all ingredients and ensure the shrimp are peeled and deveined for easy cooking.
- Heat Butter: Place a large skillet over medium heat and melt the butter, allowing it to coat the pan evenly.
- Sauté Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, taking care not to let it burn.
- Cook Shrimp: Add the shrimp to the skillet, season with salt and freshly ground black pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
- Add Chili Crisp: Stir in the chili crisp to coat the shrimp, adjusting the amount to your preferred spice level.
- Simmer Sauce: Pour in the chicken broth and white wine (if using). Bring to a simmer and cook for 3-5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to reduce slightly.
- Add Lemon: Stir in the lemon juice and zest, combining all flavors thoroughly.
- Combine with Pasta or Rice: Toss the cooked pasta or rice into the skillet, mixing to coat everything evenly with the sauce.
- Garnish: Remove from heat and sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the dish for a fresh, colorful finish.
- Serve Immediately: Plate the shrimp scampi while hot, optionally serving with a side of crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
Notes
- You can adjust the chili crisp quantity according to your heat preference.
- White wine is optional but adds depth to the sauce; substitute with extra chicken broth if preferred.
- This dish pairs excellently with linguine, spaghetti, or steamed rice.
- For a gluten-free meal, serve with rice or gluten-free pasta.
- Ensure shrimp are fresh or properly thawed for best flavor and texture.
