Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add linguine or spaghetti and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer, season with salt and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
- Lower the heat in the skillet, add remaining olive oil and butter. Once melted, add garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice along with lemon zest. Bring to a gentle simmer and reduce for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return shrimp and drained pasta to the skillet, tossing together to coat well in the lemony sauce. Gradually add reserved pasta water until desired consistency is achieved.
- Remove from heat and stir in chopped parsley. Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.
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Notes
Avoid overcooking the shrimp; they only need about 2-3 minutes per side. Adjust red pepper flakes to taste, and reserve pasta water for a creamy sauce.
