Champagne Shrimp Scampi with Pappardelle Pasta

Make this elegant and easy Champagne Shrimp Scampi with Pappardelle Pasta for dinner tonight. It sounds like a dish on a high-end restaurant menu, but it is very easy to make at home. This recipe combines the flavors of shrimp, garlic, and butter with the richness of champagne and the fancy texture and look of pappardelle pasta. It's a upgraded version of the beloved classis shrimp scampi.

Ingredients for Champagne Shrimp Scampi with Pappardelle Pasta

• 1 pound of shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 4 tablespoons of butter
• 4 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 cup of champagne
• 1 cup of chicken broth
• ¼ cup of grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 8 ounces of pappardelle pasta

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pappardelle pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
4. Deglaze the skillet with champagne, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Allow the champagne to simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
5. Add the chicken broth to the skillet and simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
6. Stir in the Parmesan cheese, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce has thickened slightly.
7. Return the shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. Cook for another minute to heat the shrimp through.
8. Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the chopped parsley.
9. Divide the cooked pappardelle pasta among serving plates and top with the shrimp scampi sauce.
10. Garnish with additional grated Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, and parsley, if desired.

Serving Suggestions

This Champagne Shrimp Scampi with Pappardelle Pasta is a complete meal on its own, but you can also serve it with a side of Cheesy Garlic Ciabatta Bread or a fresh green salad for a more well-rounded dinner. Pair it with a glass of champagne or a crisp white wine to enhance the flavors of the dish.

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Yield: 4 Servings

Champagne Shrimp Scampi Pasta

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

Make this elegant and easy Champagne Shrimp Scampi with Pappardelle Pasta for dinner tonight. It sounds like a dish on a high-end restaurant menu, but it is very easy to make at home. 

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Ingredients

• 1 pound of shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 4 tablespoons of butter
• 4 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 cup of champagne
• 1 cup of chicken broth
• ¼ cup of grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 8 ounces of pappardelle pasta

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pappardelle pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
4. Deglaze the skillet with champagne, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Allow the champagne to simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
5. Add the chicken broth to the skillet and simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
6. Stir in the Parmesan cheese, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce has thickened slightly.
7. Return the shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. Cook for another minute to heat the shrimp through.
8. Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the chopped parsley.
9. Divide the cooked pappardelle pasta among serving plates and top with the shrimp scampi sauce.
10. Garnish with additional grated Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, and parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

4

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 486Total Fat: 17gSaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 319mgSodium: 1600mgCarbohydrates: 38gFiber: 1gSugar: 1gProtein: 35g

Calories are estimated and may vary.

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