Description
Irresistible Shrimp Scampi Stuffed Shells combine the rich flavors of garlic, butter, and succulent shrimp, all nestled in tender jumbo pasta shells. This delightful dish is not only easy to prepare but also visually stunning, making it perfect for dinner parties or cozy family meals. Each bite delivers a creamy, savory experience that your taste buds will adore. Get ready to impress with this crowd-pleasing recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 jumbo pasta shells
- 1 lb medium shrimp, deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the pasta shells: Boil salted water and cook shells until al dente (10-12 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- Sauté shrimp: In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque.
- Make the filling: In a bowl, mix heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, parsley, salt, and pepper. Fold in sautéed shrimp.
- Stuff the shells: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Generously fill each shell with the creamy mixture and place in a greased baking dish.
- Bake: Pour any remaining sauce over stuffed shells and bake for 20 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffed shells (250g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 260mg