Angel Hair Shrimp Scampi Pasta

Ingredients

• 8 ounce angel hair pasta
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
• ¾ cup low sodium chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• ¼ cup fresh parsley (chopped)
• ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• ⅓ cup parmesan cheese (grated)
• ½ cup pasta cooked water
• Lemon wedges (to garnish)

Steps

1. 1

   In a large pot with salted water, cook the angel hair pasta according to the package instructions. Once done, reserve ½ cup of pasta water and drain the remaining water; set it aside.

2. 2

   Meanwhile, heat a large skillet with oil on medium heat. Once the oil is heated, add the shrimp, season it with salt and pepper. Cook for 2 minutes until the shrimp starts to turn pink and transfer the cooked shrimp to a plate; set aside.

3. 3

   To the same skillet, stir in the chicken broth and minced garlic. Deglaze the skillet and allow the broth to simmer for a couple of minutes.

4. 4

   Add the lemon juice along with the spices—crushed red pepper flakes, lemon zest, parsley, and oregano. Let the sauce simmer for 4-5 minutes.

5. 5

   Add the cooked pasta and Parmesan cheese to the skillet and toss with shrimp and sauce for 2 minutes. If needed, add the reserve pasta water and toss it.

6. 6

   Finally, sprinkle some freshly chopped parsley, garnish with lemon wedges, and serve the shrimp scampi while it is still warm.