Lemon Butter Shrimp Pasta Bake (Easy Weeknight Dinner)
This creamy Lemon Butter Shrimp Pasta Bake is the ultimate comfort food for seafood lovers. Quick, easy, and full of flavor!
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 12 oz linguine or spaghetti
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup dry white wine (or chicken broth)
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
- Add garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add shrimp and cook until just pink, about 2–3 minutes per side. Remove shrimp and set aside.
- Add white wine, lemon juice, and zest to the skillet. Simmer for 2–3 minutes, then add remaining 2 tablespoons of butter.
- Stir in cooked pasta, shrimp, and parsley. Toss to combine, then season with salt and pepper.
- Transfer the mixture to the baking dish. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan evenly on top.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden. Garnish with more parsley if desired.