Shrimp Scampi Pasta Bake
This Shrimp Scampi Pasta Bake delivers garlicky, buttery shrimp nestled in a cheesy, lemony pasta base all baked to golden perfection! It’s the ultimate comfort food with a gourmet twist.
Ingredients
For the Pasta:
- 12 oz penne or rigatoni
- 1 tbsp salt for boiling water
- For the Shrimp Scampi:
- 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 3 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes optional
- ¼ cup chopped parsley
- Salt & black pepper to taste
For the Sauce & Topping:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
- ½ cup shredded provolone
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
Cook the Pasta
- Boil the pasta in salted water until just al dente. Drain and set aside.
Sauté the Shrimp
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant. Toss in the shrimp, cooking until pink (about 2 minutes per side). Stir in lemon zest, juice, red pepper flakes, and parsley. Remove from heat.
Assemble the Bake
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Toss cooked pasta with the shrimp and its buttery sauce. Pour in the heavy cream, Parmesan, and Italian seasoning, mixing well. Transfer to a greased baking dish.
Cheesy Topping
- Sprinkle mozzarella and provolone evenly on top. Drizzle with olive oil for extra golden perfection.
Bake to Perfection
- Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and slightly golden. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Garnish with fresh parsley and an extra squeeze of lemon for brightness. Serve hot with garlic bread or a simple green salad.
