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Cheesecake Factory Shrimp Scampi Linguine

Cheesecake Factory Shrimp Scampi Linguine You Can Make at Home

This Cheesecake Factory Shrimp Scampi Linguine brings savory shrimp and creamy sauce right to your kitchen.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound jumbo shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 4 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning adjust quantity to taste
  • 1 teaspoon lemon pepper
For the Breading
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs consider gluten-free
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese nutritional yeast for dairy-free
For the Linguine and Sauce
  • 12 ounces linguine gluten-free option available
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream half-and-half can be used
  • 4 cloves garlic minced or chopped
  • 1 small red onion or shallot, chopped
  • 1 cup chopped tomatoes canned works well
  • 1/2 cup Pinot Grigio chicken broth as non-alcoholic substitute
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 whole lemon zest to amplify flavor
For Frying
  • 1/4 cup vegetable or canola oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter optional

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet
  • Shallow dish
  • bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Start by tossing the shrimp in a bowl with melted butter, Cajun seasoning, and lemon pepper. Allow to marinate for about 10 minutes.
  2. In a shallow dish, pour in panko breadcrumbs and season them. Coat each marinated shrimp with panko.
  3. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook linguine according to package directions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
  4. Heat oil in a skillet and fry the breaded shrimp until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  5. Sauté chopped onion and garlic in the same skillet. Add Pinot Grigio to deglaze and reduce.
  6. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, Cajun seasoning, lemon juice, and zest. Mix until creamy.
  7. Combine the drained linguine and cooked shrimp with the sauce, toss to coat.
  8. Garnish with parsley and chopped tomatoes. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 33gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For best results, cook shrimp until just pink and opaque. Adjust seasoning in the sauce before serving for taste.

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