Simple Shrimp Scampi - Recipe

An easy shrimp entree in a garlic butter sauce. This is perfect over pasta of any type. This is great when you need dinner in a flash because it is quick and yet so tasty.

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Directions

Season shrimp with salt and pepper.

Melt 2 Tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook until no longer pink and cooked through, approximately 2-3 minutes.

Remove shrimp from skillet.

In same skillet, sauté garlic for 1 minute.

Add chicken broth and lemon juice; reduce by half.

Reduce heat and add remaining butter. Stir until butter is melted. Add shrimp back in.

Serve over pasta if desired.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients
-		2 pounds jumbo or extra large shrimp
-		salt and pepper, to taste
-		1/2 cup butter (divided)
-		5 cloves garlic, minced
-		1/2 cup chicken broth
-		2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice