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Delicious Cheesy Shrimp Pasta Bake

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Place dry pasta and seasonings in a dish, pour over broth, cover and bake. Add shrimp and cheese, then bake until gooey and golden.
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Emily Watson
Updated on Mon, 10 Mar 2025 03:26:17 GMT
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This one-pan shrimp linguine delivers classic scampi flavors with minimal effort. By using a simplified dump-and-bake method, the dish captures the essential garlic-butter sauce and tender shrimp that makes traditional scampi so popular, while eliminating the need to pre-cook ingredients separately.

The aroma of garlic and herbs permeating from the oven makes this dish especially inviting. Even those typically hesitant about seafood find themselves won over by the harmonious blend of flavors.

Key Components

  • Linguine: The ideal pasta shape for holding the buttery sauce
  • Fresh shrimp: Select medium-large (21-25 count), peeled and deveined
  • Butter and olive oil: Creates the signature scampi sauce base
  • Fresh garlic: A generous amount provides classic flavor
  • Dry white wine: Adds depth and complexity to the sauce
  • Fresh Parmesan: Freshly grated for optimal melting
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Preparation Method

Step 1: Dish Preparation
Thoroughly coat a 9x13 baking dish with olive oil to prevent sticking.
Step 2: Pasta Layer
Arrange halved linguine in the dish and cover with broth and wine mixture.
Step 3: Seasoning
Distribute garlic, onion, seasonings, and butter pieces evenly.
Step 4: Initial Cooking
Cover with foil and bake at 375°F for 35-40 minutes.
Step 5: Shrimp Addition
Add shrimp and Parmesan, then bake uncovered 7-10 minutes more.

The coastal influence in this recipe emphasizes that seafood dishes need minimal enhancement to shine. Quality ingredients and proper timing are the keys to success.

Benefits of Single-Pan Preparation

This cooking method transforms a typically hands-on dish into an efficient meal solution. The passive cooking time allows for other tasks while the flavors develop naturally in the oven.

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This streamlined preparation method preserves the essence of traditional shrimp scampi while offering reliable results. The simplified approach makes an elegant pasta dish accessible for any cooking skill level.

Shrimp Alfredo Bake

A quick, flavor-packed dinner where pasta, shrimp, and cheese bake together in one dish without any boiling.

Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
50 Minutes
Total Time
60 Minutes

Category: Pasta

Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: Italian-American

Yield: 6 Servings

Dietary: ~

Ingredients

→ Pasta Base

01 12 oz of uncooked linguine noodles
02 4 cups of low-sodium chicken broth (or swap 1 cup for white wine and keep 3 cups broth for extra taste)

→ Aromatics

03 1 cup of thawed frozen diced onions
04 2 tablespoons of freshly minced garlic (adjust if you prefer more)

→ Cheese and Protein

05 1 cup (4 oz) of shredded mozzarella cheese
06 ½ cup of grated Parmesan cheese (split in half, with extra if you'd like to top it later)
07 1 pound of large shrimp (31-40 count), cleaned and peeled

→ Finishing Touches

08 Chopped fresh parsley
09 Butter, optional, add as you like
10 Salt and pepper to your taste

Instructions

Step 01

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Find a 9x13-inch deep baking dish and coat it well with non-stick spray.

Step 02

Break up the linguine into smaller pieces and arrange them across the bottom of your prepared baking dish. In a mixing bowl, combine the chicken broth (or broth-wine mix), onions, garlic, and ¼ cup of Parmesan cheese. Pour it over the pasta and lightly stir to coat everything.

Step 03

Cover the dish tightly with foil and bake for 40 minutes. At the halfway point, remove it from the oven and gently toss the pasta (kitchen tongs work great here). By the end, the pasta should almost be cooked but still have a slight bite to it.

Step 04

Toss the shrimp (raw) into the pasta. Sprinkle over the mozzarella cheese and the remaining ¼ cup of Parmesan on top.

Step 05

Put the dish back into the oven without the foil and bake for another 5-10 minutes. Keep an eye out! The cheese should melt, and the shrimp should turn a nice pink color – don’t overcook.

Step 06

You can add a few small bits of butter at this point if you’d like. Season with salt and pepper to your liking. For a finishing touch, sprinkle on some fresh parsley and more Parmesan before serving.

Notes

  1. Feel free to make a smaller version of this recipe in an 8-inch square dish.
  2. Replacing a portion of the broth with white wine amps up the flavor.
  3. Frozen shrimp work just fine here – just thaw them before using.

Tools You'll Need

  • A deep 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Foil for covering
  • A pair of kitchen tongs (optional, but handy)
  • A bowl for mixing ingredients

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Includes wheat (from the pasta)
  • Contains dairy (mozzarella and Parmesan)
  • Contains shellfish (shrimp)

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 410
  • Total Fat: 12 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 48 g
  • Protein: 32 g