Zucchini Pasta Shrimp Scampi

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Zucchini Pasta Shrimp Scampi
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on May 07, 2023

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 cup white wine
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 zucchinis, spiralized
  • 2 tablespoons freshly chopped parsley

Directions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the garlic and shrimp and cook for 2 minutes.
  3. Add the oregano, thyme, and red pepper flakes and cook for 1 minute.
  4. Add the white wine and chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
  5. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes.
  6. Add the butter, lemon juice, salt and pepper, and zucchini noodles and stir to combine.
  7. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp is cooked through and the zucchini is just tender.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.

Interesting Facts

  • Scampi is an Italian dish that is typically made with shrimp or other shellfish.
  • Zucchini noodles, also known as zoodles, are a low-carb alternative to traditional pasta.
  • This dish can be served as is or over cooked pasta or rice.