This Gordon Ramsay shrimp scampi style recipe is one of those dishes I turn to when I want dinner to feel bright, fresh, and satisfying without spending all night in the kitchen. It is garlicky, lemony, and tossed with tender pasta and juicy shrimp. Simple ingredients, quick cooking, and big flavor, that combination never lets me down.
I love how this shrimp scampi comes together fast, yet still feels like something you would order at a restaurant. It is light enough for a weeknight but special enough to serve when company shows up unexpectedly.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 oz linguine or spaghetti
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Cook The Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguine or spaghetti and cook according to package directions until al dente.
Reserve 1 cup of the pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
Cook The Shrimp
In a large skillet over medium high heat, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter.
Once hot, add the shrimp in a single layer. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
[IMAGE: garlic and red pepper flakes sautéing in skillet]
Build The Sauce
Reduce the heat to medium. Add the remaining olive oil and butter to the same skillet.
Stir in the minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook for about 30 seconds, just until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Let the sauce simmer for 2 to 3 minutes so it reduces slightly.
Combine And Finish
Add the drained pasta and cooked shrimp back to the skillet. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time until the sauce coats the pasta the way you like.
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley.
Chef’s Notes
- Adjust the red pepper flakes based on how much heat you enjoy.
- Do not overcook the shrimp. They should be tender, not firm.
- Pasta water helps loosen the sauce without watering it down. Add slowly.
FAQs
Yes. Thaw completely and pat dry before cooking so they sear properly.
Linguine and spaghetti are classic, but angel hair or fettuccine also work.
This dish is lighter than many creamy pastas and uses simple ingredients like olive oil, lemon, and shrimp.
📖 Recipe
Gordon Ramsay Shrimp Scampi
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Seafood
Description
A Gordon Ramsay–inspired shrimp scampi featuring tender shrimp, garlicky lemon butter sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta — quick, zesty, and restaurant-quality in under 30 minutes!
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 oz linguine or spaghetti
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Bring salted water to a boil and cook pasta until al dente; reserve 1 cup of pasta water, drain and set aside
- Heat 2 tablespoon olive oil and 2 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat
- Season shrimp with salt and pepper, then sauté for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque; remove from skillet
- Reduce heat to medium, add remaining olive oil and butter
- Sauté garlic and red pepper flakes for 30 seconds until fragrant
- Pour in chicken broth, lemon juice, and zest; simmer 2–3 minutes
- Add pasta and shrimp back to the skillet; toss to combine
- Stir in reserved pasta water as needed to reach desired sauce consistency
- Season to taste with salt and pepper, then stir in fresh parsley
- Serve hot with optional extra parsley or lemon wedges
Notes
Use wine instead of broth for a more traditional scampi. Adjust red pepper flakes to taste. Garnish with parmesan for extra richness.
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Final Thoughts
This Gordon Ramsay shrimp scampi style recipe proves that simple cooking can still feel exciting. Garlic, lemon, shrimp, and pasta come together in a way that never gets old. If you try it, let me know how it turned out at your table.
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