Description
Shrimp Scampi Stuffed Shells are a delightful fusion of creamy ricotta, succulent shrimp, and aromatic garlic butter, all enveloped in tender pasta shells. This gourmet dish transforms any ordinary dinner into an extraordinary feast that will impress family and friends alike. With its rich flavors and easy preparation, it’s perfect for both special occasions and cozy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 large pasta shells
- 1 pound fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (divided)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta shells in boiling salted water until al dente, then drain and cool on parchment paper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add garlic and shrimp, cooking until shrimp turn pink (about 3-4 minutes). Remove from heat.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, lemon juice, parsley, half of the Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and cooked shrimp until combined.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Stuff each shell with the shrimp mixture.
- In the same skillet, add more butter if needed and sauté remaining garlic briefly before adding cream and rest of Parmesan until melted. Adjust seasoning.
- Spread half of the sauce in a baking dish, layer stuffed shells on top, pour remaining sauce over them, cover with foil, and bake for 25 minutes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffed shells (200g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 175mg