Description
Indulge in this decadent Baked Shrimp Scampi Pasta recipe that combines succulent shrimp, creamy cheeses, and flavorful herbs baked to perfection. It’s a delightful dish that will impress your family and guests alike.
Ingredients
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Main Sauce:
- 2 Tbsp butter
- 1 tsp jarred minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp pepper
Cheese Mixture:
- 1 egg (slightly beaten)
- 1/8 cup Parmesan cheese (shredded)
- 1/4 cup ricotta cheese
Additional Ingredients:
- 4 oz uncooked pasta (any shape)
- 1/2 lb raw shrimp, thawed and peeled
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- 1 tsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Cook the pasta according to the package directions.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter on medium heat. Stir in the minced garlic and flour, cooking until bubbly.
- Gradually stir in the milk, broth, salt, and pepper. Cook and stir for 2-3 minutes, then set aside.
- Mix the beaten egg, Parmesan cheese, and ricotta cheese in a medium bowl.
- Whisk together the broth mixture, cheese mixture, and pasta. Pour into two prepared baking dishes.
- Layer shrimp over the pasta mixture in the dishes, then sprinkle with mozzarella and parsley.
- Bake for 30 minutes, then allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- I buy frozen shrimp that is already peeled, deveined, & tails off to save prep time. Thaw before using in this recipe.
- Rinsing the pasta with cold water helps prevent the egg in the sauce from cooking too early. This enhances the binding of the sauce and pasta during baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 250mg
