Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Shrimp Scampi Bowls with Garlic Bread—a quick and satisfying meal that captures the essence of comfort food. This recipe features succulent shrimp sautéed in a rich, buttery garlic sauce, perfectly complemented by homemade garlic bread. In just 25 minutes, you can create a restaurant-quality dish that’s ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions. The vibrant notes of lemon and fresh parsley elevate the taste, making it a favorite for seafood lovers. Serve these bowls warm with golden garlic bread to soak up every last drop of flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1/4 cup dry apple vinegar (or chicken broth)
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 4 thick slices French or Italian bread
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare garlic butter by mixing softened butter with minced garlic and parsley.
- Spread garlic butter on each slice of bread and toast in the oven for 8-10 minutes until golden.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat; sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add seasoned shrimp, cooking until pink and opaque; then remove from skillet.
- Pour vinegar (or broth) into the skillet, simmer briefly, then stir in lemon juice and remaining butter until smooth.
- Return shrimp to the skillet, toss to coat in sauce, and serve warm with garlic bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 220mg