Description
Indulge in a delightful dinner with these Irresistible Shrimp Scampi Stuffed Shells. Each large pasta shell is generously filled with tender shrimp, fresh garlic, and a creamy, flavorful sauce that’s sure to impress your guests. Perfect for special occasions or cozy family meals, this dish combines rich flavors and satisfying textures that make every bite a celebration of taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 large pasta shells
- 1 pound shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup chopped fresh parsley
- ½ cup dry white wine
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook pasta shells in salted boiling water until al dente, drain, and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add shrimp, salt, and pepper; cook until pink (about 3 minutes). Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until well combined.
- Fill each shell with the shrimp mixture and place them in a greased baking dish.
- In the same skillet, add white wine and simmer for 2 minutes to reduce slightly. Pour over stuffed shells.
- Sprinkle additional Parmesan on top and bake uncovered for about 25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffed shells (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating red pepper flakes into the filling for a spicy kick. This dish can be prepared ahead of time; simply assemble and refrigerate before baking.