– 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 1/4 cup dry white wine (or chicken broth)
– 1/4 cup unsalted butter
– 1 lemon, juiced and zested
– 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 4 flatbreads or naan
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Creating the Shrimp Scampi Flatbread is straightforward if you follow these simple steps:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Sauté Shrimp: In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil. Once hot, add the shrimp and cook until they turn pink, about 2-3 minutes. Remove and set aside.
3. Garlic Butter Sauce: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Be careful not to burn it!
4. Deglaze: Stir in the white wine (or chicken broth) and scrape up any browned bits from the pan. Simmer for about 2 minutes.
5. Add Butter and Lemon: Reduce heat and add the butter, lemon juice, lemon zest, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir until the butter is melted and the sauce is slightly thickened.
6. Combine Shrimp and Sauce: Return the shrimp to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper to taste and coat well in the sauce. Remove from heat.
7. Prepare Flatbreads: Place the flatbreads on a baking sheet. Evenly distribute the shrimp mixture over each flatbread.
8. Top with Cheese: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the shrimp on all flatbreads.
9. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for about 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
10. Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and sprinkle with chopped parsley. Slice into pieces and serve immediately.
These simple yet effective steps will help you create a delicious Shrimp Scampi Flatbread, perfect for any occasion!