Cast Iron Shrimp Scampi

Here’s a Cast Iron Shrimp Scampi recipe — buttery, garlicky shrimp cooked quickly in a sizzling cast iron skillet with lemon and parsley.

Cast Iron Shrimp Scampi

Ingredients:

• 1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled & deveined (tails on optional)

• 4 tbsp unsalted butter

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 4 cloves garlic, finely minced

• ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

• ½ cup dry white wine (or chicken broth for non-alcoholic)

• Juice of 1 lemon + zest

• Salt & freshly cracked black pepper, to taste

• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

• Cooked pasta, rice, or crusty bread (for serving)

Instructions:

1. Preheat skillet – Place your cast iron skillet over medium-high heat.

2. Sear shrimp – Pat shrimp dry, season lightly with salt & pepper. Add 1 tbsp olive oil and 1 tbsp butter to the skillet. Once hot, sear shrimp for 1–2 minutes per side until just pink. Remove and set aside.

3. Make scampi sauce – Lower heat to medium. Add remaining olive oil and butter. Stir in garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking until fragrant (30 seconds).

4. Deglaze – Pour in white wine (or broth), scraping the bottom of the skillet. Simmer 2–3 minutes until slightly reduced.

5. Add lemon & shrimp – Stir in lemon juice and zest. Return shrimp to skillet, tossing to coat in sauce. Cook 1 more minute until shrimp are done.

6. Finish & serve – Sprinkle with parsley. Serve hot over linguine, rice, or with toasted crusty bread to soak up the garlicky butter sauce.