Close-up of garlic butter lobster and shrimp with lemon slices and fresh parsley in a skillet

Garlic Butter Lobster & Shrimp Scampi – Elegant, Juicy & Simple

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Buttery, garlicky & ready in 20 minutes

If you want a seafood dinner that feels luxurious yet takes minutes to make, this Garlic Butter Lobster & Shrimp Scampi is it! Packed with tender lobster, juicy shrimp, fresh lemon, and a rich garlic butter sauce, this dish tastes like your favorite seafood restaurant but comes together right at home. Perfect for date nights, holidays, or impressing guests, this Emma’s Cake Studio recipe delivers elegance without the effort. Serve over pasta or with crusty bread to soak up every last drop of that golden sauce!

Time Breakdown

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Servings: 3–4

Ingredients List

Seafood

  • 1 cup cooked lobster meat, chopped
  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled & deveined
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Garlic Butter Scampi Sauce

  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • ½ cup seafood stock or chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ½ lemon, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
  • ½ cup cooked pasta water (optional if serving with pasta)

Optional (Serving)

  • 12 oz cooked pasta (linguine or angel hair)
  • Extra lemon wedges

Kitchen Tools You’ll Need

This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.

  • Large skillet
  • Tongs
  • Sharp knife
  • Measuring cups & spoons
  • Mixing bowl
  • Microplane (for zest, optional)

Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions

  1. Prep the seafood:
    Pat shrimp dry and season lightly with salt and pepper. Set lobster aside.
  2. Cook the shrimp:
    Heat oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet. Add shrimp and cook 1–2 minutes per side until pink. Remove and set aside.
  3. Make the garlic butter sauce:
    Add remaining butter to the skillet. Stir in garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add broth and lemon:
    Pour in seafood stock and lemon juice. Simmer for 2 minutes until slightly reduced.
  5. Add lobster & shrimp:
    Return shrimp to the pan and gently fold in lobster meat. Warm for 1–2 minutes.
  6. Finish it off:
    Stir in parsley, lemon slices, and pasta (if using). Add a splash of pasta water for more sauce.
  7. Serve:
    Plate with extra lemon, fresh herbs, and warm bread for dipping.

Pro Tips

  • Don’t overcook the shrimp: Remove as soon as they turn pink.
  • Boost richness: Add 1 tablespoon cold butter at the end for a glossy sauce.
  • Add heat: A sprinkle of chili flakes makes a restaurant-style scampi.
  • Make it creamy: Stir in 2 tablespoons cream for richer texture.

Nutrition Table

Serving SizeCaloriesProteinCarbsFatFiberSugar
1 bowl42034g10g28g1g1g