Description
Garlic butter shrimp scampi lasagna blends Italian and seafood flavors in one incredible dish. Creamy layers of pasta, succulent shrimp, and rich garlic butter sauce promise a memorable dining experience you won’t forget.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Dairy and Cheese:
- 4 tablespoons (56 grams) butter
- 4 tablespoons (56 grams) butter
- 4 cups (946 milliliters) milk
- 1 cup (100 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups (454 grams) ricotta cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 cups (226 grams) shredded mozzarella cheese
Herbs, Spices, and Seasonings:
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) lemon juice
- 1/4 cup (15 grams) fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Other Ingredients:
- 4 tablespoons (30 grams) all-purpose flour
- 12 lasagna noodles, cooked
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 375F (190C), creating an ideal environment for baking the lasagna.
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat, releasing the aromatic garlic until fragrant. Introduce shrimp, cooking until they transform into a delicate pink hue, approximately 2-3 minutes per side.
- Enhance the shrimp with chicken broth, tangy lemon juice, fresh parsley, and seasonings. Allow the mixture to simmer briefly, then set aside to cool slightly.
- Craft a velvety white sauce by melting butter and whisking in flour, creating a smooth roux. Gradually incorporate milk, stirring until the sauce thickens and becomes luxuriously creamy.
- Blend Parmesan cheese into the white sauce, adding a subtle hint of nutmeg and seasoning to elevate the flavor profile.
- Combine ricotta with egg, creating a silky smooth mixture that will add richness to the lasagna layers.
- Prepare the baking dish by spreading a thin layer of white sauce as a foundational base.
- Construct the lasagna by layering cooked noodles, spreading ricotta mixture, and distributing the garlic butter shrimp scampi.
- Repeat the layering process, ensuring each component is evenly distributed for maximum flavor.
- Crown the lasagna with a generous layer of shredded mozzarella, creating a golden, bubbling top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the cheese melts into a beautiful golden crust and the edges become crispy.
- Allow the lasagna to rest for a few minutes, letting the layers settle and flavors meld together.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve, revealing the delectable layers of garlic butter shrimp scampi lasagna.
Notes
- Ensure shrimp are perfectly cooked by removing them from heat immediately after turning pink to prevent rubbery texture.
- Use fresh garlic for maximum flavor intensity and avoid pre-minced versions which can taste less vibrant.
- Choose medium-sized shrimp for best texture and even cooking throughout the lasagna layers.
- Pat shrimp dry before cooking to achieve better caramelization and prevent watery sauce consistency.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg