Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of our Copycat Cheesecake Factory Shrimp Scampi Linguine, a delightful dish that brings restaurant-quality taste right into your kitchen. This creamy pasta is tossed with perfectly sautéed shrimp and a vibrant sauce made with fresh ingredients, making it an ideal choice for both casual weeknight dinners and elegant gatherings. With its blend of Cajun seasoning and Parmesan cheese, each bite is a burst of savory goodness that will impress your family and friends. Enjoy this easy-to-follow recipe that guarantees satisfaction for everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds jumbo shrimp (peeled, deveined)
- 1 lb linguine pasta
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup dry white grape juice
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp garlic paste
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp lemon pepper
- Kosher salt to taste
- 1 cup plain panko breadcrumbs
- 1/3 cup vegetable or canola oil for frying
- 1/2 cup tomatoes (chopped)
- 1/2 cup red onion or shallot (finely diced)
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon zest
Instructions
- Cook linguine according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Season shrimp with Cajun seasoning, lemon pepper, and kosher salt; coat with panko breadcrumbs.
- Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat and fry shrimp until golden brown; transfer to a cooling rack.
- In a large nonstick skillet, melt butter and sauté chopped tomatoes, onions, parsley, and garlic until fragrant. Deglaze with grape juice.
- Stir in heavy cream; bring to a simmer and season with salt, pepper, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, Cajun seasoning, and lemon pepper.
- Add cooked linguine to the sauce; toss gently to coat.
- Serve topped with crispy shrimp and garnish with fresh lemon zest.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 180mg