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Baked Shrimp Scampi Pasta

Rich with butter, garlic and herbs, these shrimp bake up in the oven in less than 15 minutes--a fast and flavorful weeknight dinner. 
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 5 people
Calories 892kcal
Author Rachel Ballard

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds large frozen shrimp (RAW deveined, and peeled)
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 4 cloves medium garlic peeled
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper optional
  • 1/2-1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • the juice of one lemon
  • 1 16 ounce box vermicelli
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup plain dry bread crumbs

Instructions

  • Thaw shrimp in the fridge overnight or in ice water (about 30 minutes) on the counter
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees
  • In a 9x13 baking dish add shrimp,olive oil, garlic, garlic powder, red pepper, salt, and parsley
  • Stir to coat and bake uncovered until the shrimp are pink throughout--about 15 minutes, turning once.
  • While the shrimp cook, In a large pot of salted water, cook pasta until just tender but still firm; drain and toss with a tablespoon of olive oil; keep hot
  • Remove the shrimp from oven and add melted butter, Parmesan and bread crumbs. 
  • Add the lemon juice to the shrimp and toss it all together with the pasta. 
  • Serve warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 892kcal