20-Minute Garlicky Shrimp Scampi with Spinach

Name: 20-Minute Garlicky Shrimp Scampi with Spinach
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 ounces, weight Dry Linguine Or Spaghetti Pasta; Kosher Salt; 1/2 pounds Shrimp, Cleaned And Deveined; 1- 1/2 Tablespoon Minced Garlic; 1/2 teaspoons Red Pepper Flakes, More To Garnish; ⅛ teaspoons Dried Thyme; 1/2 teaspoons Garlic Salt; 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil; 5 slices Lemon; 1/2 cups White Wine; 1 Tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice; 2 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter; Black Pepper; 2 cups Washed And Dried Spinach Leaves; Fresh Grated Parmesan Cheese

Servings: persons

4 ounces, weight Dry Linguine Or Spaghetti Pasta
Kosher Salt
1/2 pounds Shrimp, Cleaned And Deveined
1- 1/2 Tablespoon Minced Garlic
1/2 teaspoons Red Pepper Flakes, More To Garnish
⅛ teaspoons Dried Thyme
1/2 teaspoons Garlic Salt
2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
5 slices Lemon
1/2 cups White Wine
1 Tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice
2 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter
Black Pepper
2 cups Washed And Dried Spinach Leaves
Fresh Grated Parmesan Cheese

1
Boil the pasta for approximately 8-10 minutes in heavily salted water until al dente.
2
Drain the pasta and reserve 1/4 cup of the starchy water that the pasta was cooked in.
3
While the pasta boils, mix the shrimp, garlic, red pepper flakes, thyme, and garlic salt together in a bowl.
4
In a large skillet, heat the oil to medium heat.
5
Add the shrimp (with all the garlic and herbs) and lemon slices (see note below) to the skillet.
6
Cook the shrimp on both sides until they turn pink, approximately 1 minute on each side.
7
Remove the shrimp to a clean bowl/plate.
8
Turn the heat to high and pour the the wine into the skillet.
9
Use a wooden spoon and scrape the bottom of the skillet to release all the brown bits.
10
Allow the wine to come to a boil and add the lemon juice.
11
Reduce the liquid for 2-3 minutes on the high heat.
12
Add the butter and whisk/melt it into the reduced wine.
13
Turn the heat to medium-low and toss in the cooked/drained pasta.
14
Vigorously toss the pasta with the sauce, adding a tablespoon at a time of the pasta water until you reach your desired consistency.
15
Season the pasta with additional kosher salt and black pepper as needed.
16
Toss in the spinach and plate the pasta with the light sauce.
17
Top each dish with the cooked shrimp.
18
Sprinkle the top with additional red pepper flakes and Parmesan cheese.
19
Serve immediately.
20
Note: While plating the pasta, you can remove the cooked lemon slices.
21
Some do not enjoy the slight bitter taste of biting into cooked lemons but Im all about it.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 ounces, weight Dry Linguine Or Spaghetti Pasta, Kosher Salt, 1/2 pounds Shrimp, Cleaned And Deveined, 1- 1/2 Tablespoon Minced Garlic, and more.

Yes, 20-Minute Garlicky Shrimp Scampi with Spinach falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!