Instant Pot Shrimp Scampi
670kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound Raw Shrimp, Tail-On, Peeled, Deveined (about 21-25 pieces per pound)
- 8 oz Dried Rotini Pasta
- 4 teaspoons minced garlic (divided)
- ¼ cup minced shallots
- lemon zest from one lemon
- 1½ tablespoons lemon juice (divided and more to taste)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ⅓ cup dry white wine
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- ¼-½ teaspoon red chili pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2-3 tablespoons chopped parsley leaves
Method
- Season shrimp with 1 tablespoon oil, lemon zest, 2 teaspoons minced garlic, half of red chili pepper flakes, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper. Marinate for 15 minutes if possible.
- Set Instant Pot to sauté mode (high). Melt butter and remaining oil, then sauté shallots, garlic, and red chili pepper flakes until fragrant.
- Pour in wine and simmer until reduced by half, about 3-4 minutes, scraping off the bottom of the pot as needed. Turn off sauté mode.
- Add rotini pasta in an even layer, then pour in the broth. Season with remaining salt and black pepper. Press the pasta gently into the liquid to ensure it's covered.
- Arrange seasoned shrimp on top of pasta. Close Instant Pot lid, set valve to sealing position, and cook on manual (high pressure) for 1 minute. Let rest for 5 minutes, then release any remaining pressure and open the lid.
- Stir in ½ to 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and chopped parsley. Mix well and serve immediately.
Nutrition
Calories670kcalCarbohydrates64gProtein44gFat25gSaturated Fat7gPolyunsaturated Fat3gMonounsaturated Fat13gTrans Fat0.3gCholesterol263mgSodium1015mgPotassium822mgFiber3gSugar4gVitamin A286IUVitamin C6mgCalcium141mgIron3mg
Notes
Please note that the pasta may appear watery after pressure cooking. Rest assured, the sauce will thicken as it sits, eliminating the need for any thickening agents.
For a saucier pasta dish, add more preheated low-sodium chicken broth and a squeeze of lemon juice after removing the cooked shrimp from the pot.
Avoid using small shrimp to prevent them from overcooking.
Storage. Store leftover shrimp scampi in the refrigerator and enjoy within 3-4 days.