Description
Shrimp Scampi Stuffed Shells are a deliciously creamy and flavorful dish that brings the classic shrimp scampi flavors into a comforting pasta format. These giant pasta shells are filled with a rich mixture of shrimp, garlic, and cheese, then baked to golden perfection. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, this recipe is sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 large pasta shells
- 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Prepare the pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot and cook the pasta shells until al dente (10-12 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- Sauté shrimp: In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add shrimp and cook until pink (3-4 minutes).
- Make the filling: In a bowl, mix cooked shrimp with heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff the shells: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Fill each shell with the shrimp mixture.
- Bake: Spread remaining sauce or butter in a baking dish. Place stuffed shells seam-side up, top with breadcrumbs, and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed shell
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 120mg