Shrimp Scampi Pasta Bake

This Shrimp Scampi Pasta Bake takes the beloved flavors of shrimp scampi—garlic, butter, lemon—and transforms them into a rich, oven-baked casserole. With succulent shrimp, tender pasta, and a golden, bubbly cheese topping, it’s comfort food at its finest. It’s easy enough for weeknight dinners but elegant enough for entertaining.

Why You’ll Love This

• One-dish dinner: Cook, bake, and serve in one pan for minimal cleanup
• Creamy & flavorful: Garlic, lemon, wine, and butter meld beautifully
• Seafood and pasta combo: Shrimp adds protein without heaviness
• Crowd-pleaser: Rich and satisfying with wide appeal

Prep & Cooking Info

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes (plus baking)
• Total Time: ~35–40 minutes
• Servings: 6
• Course: Main Course
• Cuisine: Italian-American
• Method: Stove + Bake

Ingredients

• 12 oz linguine or spaghetti
• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled & deveined
• 4 tbsp butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
• ½ cup white wine or chicken broth
• Zest and juice of 1 lemon
• 1 cup heavy cream
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• Salt & black pepper, to taste
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cook pasta al dente according to package directions, drain and set aside.
3. Sauté aromatics: In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes, cook ~1 minute until fragrant.
4. Cook shrimp: Add shrimp, cook 3–4 minutes until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp to a plate.
5. Make sauce: Add white wine (or broth) to the skillet, scraping browned bits. Simmer 2 minutes. Stir in lemon juice, zest, and heavy cream; bring to gentle simmer.
6. Toss pasta: Add cooked pasta, toss to coat in the creamy sauce. Season with salt & pepper.
7. Assemble in dish: Transfer pasta to a baking dish. Arrange shrimp on top.
8. Add cheese: Sprinkle Parmesan and mozzarella evenly.
9. Bake: Bake for 15–20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
10. Garnish & serve: Remove from oven, scatter fresh parsley, and serve hot.

Tips, Storage & FAQs

• Avoid overcooking shrimp: Since shrimp finish baking, slightly undercook them in the skillet to prevent toughness.
• Extra sauce: If sauce looks too thin, bake a few extra minutes uncovered.
• Leftovers: Store in airtight container in fridge up to 3 days. Reheat gently with splash of cream or broth.
• Freezing: You can freeze before baking (without cheese) and bake from frozen with extra time.
• Wine substitute: Use chicken broth if you prefer non-alcoholic.
• Cheese variations: Try sharp cheddar, provolone, or a blend for different flavor profiles.

Final Thoughts

This Shrimp Scampi Pasta Bake perfectly blends comfort and elegance. It’s creamy, garlicky, and loaded with flavor—all while being surprisingly simple to make. Whether it’s a busy weeknight or special dinner, this dish rises to the occasion.

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Shrimp Scampi Pasta Bake

This Shrimp Scampi Pasta Bake combines garlicky shrimp, creamy sauce, and cheesy pasta in a one-dish meal. Ready in about 35–40 minutes, it’s perfect for weeknights or entertaining.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American, Italian

Keyword Shrimp Scampi Pasta Bake

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes minutes

Total Time 45 minutes minutes

Servings 6

Ingredients

• 12 oz linguine or spaghetti
• 1 lb large shrimp peeled & deveined
• 4 tbsp butter
• 4 cloves garlic minced
• ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
• ½ cup white wine or chicken broth
• Zest and juice of 1 lemon
• 1 cup heavy cream
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• Salt & black pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
• Cook pasta al dente according to package directions, drain and set aside.
• Sauté aromatics: In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes, cook ~1 minute until fragrant.
• Cook shrimp: Add shrimp, cook 3–4 minutes until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp to a plate.
• Make sauce: Add white wine (or broth) to the skillet, scraping browned bits. Simmer 2 minutes. Stir in lemon juice, zest, and heavy cream; bring to gentle simmer.
• Toss pasta: Add cooked pasta, toss to coat in the creamy sauce. Season with salt & pepper.
• Assemble in dish: Transfer pasta to a baking dish. Arrange shrimp on top.
• Add cheese: Sprinkle Parmesan and mozzarella evenly.
• Bake: Bake for 15–20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
• Garnish & serve: Remove from oven, scatter fresh parsley, and serve hot.

Notes

Avoid overcooking shrimp: Since shrimp finish baking, slightly undercook them in the skillet to prevent toughness.

Extra sauce: If sauce looks too thin, bake a few extra minutes uncovered.

Leftovers: Store in airtight container in fridge up to 3 days. Reheat gently with splash of cream or broth.

Freezing: You can freeze before baking (without cheese) and bake from frozen with extra time.

Wine substitute: Use chicken broth if you prefer non-alcoholic.

Cheese variations: Try sharp cheddar, provolone, or a blend for different flavor profiles.