These Shrimp Scampi Bowls with Garlic Bread are buttery, garlicky, and full of flavor. A quick and easy restaurant-style dinner ready in under 30 minutes. Save this recipe.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Ready in under 30 minutes
Buttery garlic lemon sauce
Juicy, tender shrimp
Comforting bowl-style meal
Perfect with crispy garlic bread
Ingredients
For the Shrimp Scampi
1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
5 cloves garlic, minced
Juice of 1 lemon
½ teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
Salt and black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons fresh parsley
For the Base
2 cups cooked rice or pasta
For the Garlic Bread
4 slices bread
3 tablespoons butter, softened
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon parsley, chopped
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Cook rice or pasta and set aside.
- Mix butter, garlic, and parsley for garlic bread. Spread on bread and toast until golden.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a pan.
- Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook until pink.
- Stir in lemon juice and chili flakes.
- Toss shrimp scampi over rice or pasta in bowls.
- Garnish with parsley and serve with garlic bread.
Equipment
Skillet
Baking tray or toaster oven
Pot for rice or pasta
Knife and cutting board
Mixing spoon
Tips and Variations
Do not overcook shrimp to keep them juicy
Use fresh garlic for best flavor
Add parmesan for richness
Swap rice with linguine or quinoa
Add spinach for extra greens
Store leftovers in fridge up to 2 days
Serving Suggestions
Serve hot in deep bowls
Pair with extra lemon wedges
Great for dinner parties or cozy meals
Serve garlic bread on the side or dipped
Nutrition Facts Approximate per serving
Calories 480
Carbohydrates 45g
Protein 32g
Fat 20g
Conclusion
These Shrimp Scampi Bowls with Garlic Bread are rich, buttery, and full of bold garlic-lemon flavor. They’re quick to make yet feel gourmet, making them perfect for any occasion. Save this recipe for an easy restaurant-style dinner at home.
FAQ
Can I use frozen shrimp
Yes just thaw before cooking
What can I use instead of rice
Pasta, quinoa, or cauliflower rice
Can I make it creamy
Yes add a splash of cream or parmesan
Can I prepare ahead
Best served fresh but can be prepped
How do I keep shrimp tender
Cook only until pink and opaque