Description

Indulge in the savory delight of Shrimp Scampi Pasta Bake, a creamy and flavorful dish that combines tender shrimp, al dente pasta, and a cheesy, garlicky sauce baked to perfection.

Ingredients

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For the Pasta:

12 oz rigatoni or penne pasta

For the Shrimp:

1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined

For the Sauce:

4 tbsp butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper, to taste
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

For Topping:

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs (optional)

Special Equipment:

Large pot for boiling pasta
Oven-safe baking dish
Skillet for cooking shrimp and sauce

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Instructions

Cook the Pasta: Boil pasta until al dente, then set aside.
Prepare the Shrimp: Season and sauté shrimp until cooked; set aside.
Make the Sauce: Sauté garlic, add broth and cream, then Parmesan and seasoning.
Combine: Toss pasta and shrimp in the sauce.
Assemble and Bake: Transfer to baking dish, top with cheese and breadcrumbs, bake.
Garnish: Sprinkle with parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 480
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 780mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 14g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 26g
Cholesterol: 180mg