Easy Shrimp Scampi and Spaghetti

Learn How to Make Easy Shrimp Scampi and Pasta that is light and easy to prepare! This is a skinny shrimp scampi that is lower in calories and so delicious!

This shrimp scampi recipe is lighter, using low-sodium chicken stock and white wine to make the scampi sauce. Use gluten-free pasta to keep this gluten-free. Zoodles for low-carb.

I love garlic, so there’s a lot in this easy shrimp scampi! I limit the butter and add 99% fat-free chicken broth, herbs, and red pepper flakes for flavor which makes this a skinny shrimp scampi that is super delicious!

Trust me you will not miss the added oil and butter!

Depending on your personal eating habits, feel free to use gluten-free pasta, whole wheat pasta or zoodles! Whatever you choose! The shrimp scampi sauce is amazing and light in calories!

Using fat-free chicken stock is an awesome way to add flavor without adding calories!

Tips to make Easy Shrimp Scampi with Pasta:

• If you own an Instant Pot, make your pasta in the IP.
• No Instant Pot, no worries, use a pasta pot and cook pasta via box directions.
• I prefer to take the tails off the shrimp to make eating easier.
• Use unsalted butter, and add salt as needed to reduce calories.
• Feel free to add a fresh veggie. ie spinach kale.
• If using frozen shrimp, let them defrost and remove tails.

How to Make Skinny Shrimp Scampi:

• Chop lots of fresh minced garlic.

•  Heat saute pan over medium, melt unsalted butter.

• Saute minced garlic. Then, add shrimp.

• Once shrimp is cooked, about 4 minutes. Remove shrimp and keep to the side. Add white wine, lemon juice, chicken stock, herbs, red pepper flakes, salt and pepper to taste.

• Bring to a boil and reduce by half.
• Add back in the cooked shrimp and pasta.

How to make Pasta in the Instant Pot:

• For every 4 ounces of pasta, add 2 cups of liquid.
• Put Instant Pot on Pressure Cook, high heat.
• Cook 4 minutes and quick release.

This is my skinny easy shrimp scampi! I love it for many reasons. Easy to prepare! Healthy, low-calorie, keto friendly and just delicious! Using fat-free chicken broth adds flavor and keeps the calories down.

I first published this shrimp scampi in August of 2015. I am not ashamed to say the post was horrific. I am happy that my photography has come a long way. I hope in another 2 1/2 years I will again update and add new notes!  I thank you all for standing by my recipes and blog. I truly appreciate the dedication.

Some other recipes you may enjoy are:

• Sheet Pan Balsamic Glazed Salmon, Potatoes and Brussels Sprouts 
• Crab Stuffed Mushrooms
• Whole Roasted Cajun Cauliflower

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Easy Shrimp Scampi

A quick shrimp dish with lots of garlic, wine, and lemon. I add a little red pepper for heat!  Low-carb and low-fat!

Course Main Dish

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 8 minutes

Total Time 33 minutes

Servings 6 servings

Calories 312 kcal

Author Eileen xo

Ingredients

• 6 cloves garlic, finely minced
• 2 Tablespoon unsalted butter
• 2 pounds shrimp, cleaned and deveined I remove the tails from the shrimp
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/2 cup dry white wine
• 1 large lemon, juiced
• 1 1/2 cups chicken stock, fat-free
• 1/2 cups fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon fresh oregano, chopped
• salt, to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 pound spaghetti use your preferred pasta

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

1. In a large skillet, melt unsalted butter.  Add minced garlic, saute for a minute. Be careful - garlic burns quickly!

2. Add the shrimp and saute until pink, about 3-4 minutes. Turn shrimp to cook both sides.

3. Once pink, remove shrimp to a plate. 

4. Increase the heat to medium-high. To the pan, add white wine!  Cook about a minute, add lemon juice, chicken stock, red pepper flakes, and the salt and pepper to your taste. Let reduce down to about half, about 2 minutes.

5. Once reduced, add back in the shrimp and cooked pasta. Add fresh parsley and oregano. Check seasoning. Adjust if needed. Serve and enjoy!

Recipe Notes

• all nutritional value is estimated. This can fluctuate due to portion size and ingredients.

Nutrition Facts

Easy Shrimp Scampi

Amount Per Serving (1 serving)

Calories 312 Calories from Fat 54

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 6g 9%

Saturated Fat 2g 10%

Cholesterol 391mg 130%

Sodium 1205mg 50%

Potassium 265mg 8%

Total Carbohydrates 23g 8%

Dietary Fiber 3g 12%

Protein 36g 72%

Vitamin A 12.7%

Vitamin C 16.7%

Calcium 25.2%

Iron 26.3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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