Lemon butter garlic shrimp scampi is easy to make in only 15 minutes! Serve this delicious recipe with pasta, or with zoodles for a healthy, keto meal!
Add 2 tbsp butter to a small saucepan over medium heat.
Once melted, add the crushed garlic cloves.
Sauté 1-2 minutes, then add the white wine.
Reduce for 5-6 minutes, then add 4 tbsp butter, whisking all of the ingredients together.
Cook 2-3 minutes, then turn the heat off, cover the saucepan and set aside.
Add the remaining 2 tbsp butter to a large skillet.
Once the butter is melted, add the shrimp.
Sprinkle with the salt and pepper.
Cook 3-4 minutes, flipping the shrimp half way through.
Add the lemon juice, then add the garlic butter sauce.
Sauté 1-2 minutes, remove from the heat and top with the lemon zest and chives.
Serve over cooked pasta or with your choice of side.
Notes
If serving with pasta, be sure to boil the water before starting the shrimp scampi recipe. For a low carb option, serve this dish with zucchini noodles or spaghetti squash.White grape juice can be used as a substitute for white wine sauce. In a pinch, chicken broth can also be used instead of the white wine.