Cheesecake Factory Shrimp Scampi Recipe

I’m excited to share another Cheesecake Factory copycat recipe on my blog. This yummy Cheesecake Factory Shrimp Scampi recipe is perfect because you can make a delicious dish just like you might have at a fancy restaurant.

It’s great to make for a special dinner or if you just want to treat yourself. This recipe is super easy to follow, and I’ll show you exactly how to make it step-by-step.

Why You’ll Love This Cheesecake Factory Shrimp Scampi Recipe

This recipe is great for anyone who loves shrimp and pasta. It’s simple enough for beginners but tastes like it came from a expensive restaurant.

Personally I love making this meal for my and my partner when we want to celebrate an occasion, as the dish feels quite fancy.

This dish is also great if you are trying to get some protein into your diet since it has prawns, which is great for you gym goers.

Ingredients

• 1 pound of large shrimp, peeled and cleaned
• 8 ounces of angel hair pasta
• 1/4 cup of olive oil
• 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/2 cup of dry white wine
• 1/4 cup of fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 cup of chicken broth
• 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley
• Lemon wedges for decoration

What You’ll Need

• A big pan
• A pot for cooking pasta
• A colander
• Tongs
• Measuring cups and spoons
• A cutting board and knife

How to make this Cheesecake Factory Shrimp Scampi Recipe

Step 1: Cook the Pasta

1. Prepare the angel hair pasta by boiling it in water in a cooking pot and following the instructions on the pasta box.
2. Once it is ready, remove the water and keep the pasta aside.

Step 2: Cook the Shrimp

1. Add olive oil to a large pan and heat it over medium-high heat.
2. Put the shrimp in the pan and season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
3. Grill the shrimp until they are pink, about 2-3 minutes on each side.
4. Remove the shrimp from the pan and put it aside.

Step 3: Make the Sauce

1. In a small bowl, mix the 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 2 cloves of minced garlic, 1 teaspoon of oregano, and 2 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar.
2. In the same pan, heat the butter using medium heat.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and let it cook for roughly one minute.
4. Add the white wine, lemon juice, and chicken broth to the pan.
5. Add the red pepper flakes if you are using them, and stir well.
6. Allow the sauce to cook and thicken for 5-7 minutes.

Step 4: Combine All the Ingredients

1. Place the shrimp back into the pan with the sauce.
2. Add the cooked pasta and gently mix all the ingredients.
3. Top with chopped parsley and slices of lemon on the side.

Tips

1. If you have frozen shrimp, just make sure to defrost them first by running them under cold water, avoid defrosting them in the microwave as you could precook them by accident.
2. You can buy already minced garlic in a jar if you want to save time.
3. If you don’t have chicken broth, water with a pinch of salt works too.
4. You can use mushrooms and artichoke hearts instead of shrimp if you don’t want to use seafood.
5. If you prefer the sauce to be richer you can add heavy cream to the sauce.

What to eat with this Cheesecake Factory Shrimp Scampi Recipe

When you make this yummy Cheesecake Factory Shrimp Scampi Recipe, you can add some tasty sides to make your meal even better.

A green salad with a light dressing is a great match because it’s fresh and crunchy.

You could also have black garlic bread which is another great choice because you can use it to soak up the tasty garlic butter sauce.

For drinks, a cold glass of lemonade or Refreshing Fruity Iced Tea goes perfectly with this dish.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use a different type of pasta?

You can use whatever pasta you want such as spaghetti, linguine, or fettuccine works well too.

Do I have to use fresh parsley?

Fresh parsley tastes better, but if you only have dried parsley then that works too.

What can I use instead of white wine?

If you don’t have white wine on hand then you can use more chicken broth and a little white vinegar or lemon juice.

How can I make this dish spicier?

You can make this recipe more spicier by adding a dash of hot sauce or some cayenne pepper.

Wrapping Up

I hope you have fun making this Cheesecake Factory Shrimp Scampi Recipe. It’s an amazing dish that’s sure to impress anyone who tries it.

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Cheesecake Factory Shrimp Scampi Recipe

Recipe by JuliaCourse: MainCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

15

minutes

Cooking time

20

minutes

Calories

450

kcal

Total time

35

minutes

Learn how to make the Cheesecake Factory Shrimp Scampi Recipe with simple instructions. Perfect for seafood and pasta lovers.

Ingredients

• 1 pound of large shrimp, peeled and cleaned

• 8 ounces of angel hair pasta

• 1/4 cup of olive oil

• 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter

• 4 garlic cloves, minced

• 1/2 cup of dry white wine

• 1/4 cup of fresh lemon juice

• 1/4 cup of chicken broth

• 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes

• Salt and pepper to taste

• 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley

• Lemon wedges for decoration

Directions

• Cook the Pasta
• Prepare the angel hair pasta by boiling it in water in a cooking pot and following the instructions on the pasta box.
• Once it is ready, remove the water and keep the pasta aside.
• Cook the Shrimp
• Add olive oil to a large pan and heat it over medium-high heat.
• Put the shrimp in the pan and season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
• Grill the shrimp until they are pink, about 2-3 minutes on each side.
• Remove the shrimp from the pan and put it aside.
• Make the Sauce
• In a small bowl, mix the 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 2 cloves of minced garlic, 1 teaspoon of oregano, and 2 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar.
• In the same pan, heat the butter using medium heat.
• Stir in the minced garlic and let it cook for roughly one minute.
• Add the white wine, lemon juice, and chicken broth to the pan.
• Add the red pepper flakes if you are using them, and stir well.
• Allow the sauce to cook and thicken for 5-7 minutes.
• Combine All the Ingredients
• Place the shrimp back into the pan with the sauce.
• Add the cooked pasta and mix all the ingredients.
• Top with chopped parsley and slices of lemon on the side.

Notes

• If you have frozen shrimp, just make sure to defrost them first by running them under cold water, avoid defrosting them in the microwave as you could precook them by accident.
• You can buy already minced garlic in a jar if you want to save time.
• If you don’t have chicken broth, water with a pinch of salt works too.
• You can use mushrooms and artichoke hearts instead of shrimp if you don't want to use seafood.
• If you prefer the sauce to be richer you can add heavy cream to the sauce.