Description
Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi Lasagna is a creamy, cheesy, and luxurious seafood pasta bake that blends garlicky shrimp with a velvety cheese sauce and tender noodles. Perfect for special occasions or cozy family dinners, this dish combines the richness of traditional lasagna with bright, bold shrimp scampi flavors, making it an unforgettable gourmet comfort food.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Garlic Butter Shrimp:
- 1 lb medium shrimp (peeled, deveined)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
For the Cheese Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk, warmed
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
For Assembly:
- 9 lasagna noodles (cooked al dente)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Noodles: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, cook the lasagna noodles until just al dente. Drain and lay them flat on parchment or wax paper to prevent sticking.
- Cook the Garlic Butter Shrimp: In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking until fragrant for about 1 minute. Add the shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and sauté for 3–4 minutes until pink and opaque. Stir in fresh lemon juice and chopped parsley, then set aside.
- Make the Creamy Cheese Sauce: In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1–2 minutes to create a roux. Gradually add warm milk while whisking constantly until the sauce thickens. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and nutmeg, then simmer for 2–3 minutes until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble the Lasagna: Spread a small amount of cheese sauce on the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Layer 3 lasagna noodles, one-third of the shrimp, dollops of ricotta cheese, cheese sauce, and shredded mozzarella cheese. Repeat these layers two more times, finishing with a final layer of cheese sauce and mozzarella on top.
- Bake the Lasagna: Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10–15 minutes until the lasagna is bubbly and the top is lightly golden. Allow the lasagna to rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top as garnish. Serve warm with your favorite side dishes for a complete gourmet meal.
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for the best flavor and optimum melting texture.
- Do not overcook the shrimp during sautéing; they will continue cooking inside the oven.
- Allow the lasagna to rest after baking to ensure cleaner, neater slices.
- You can assemble the lasagna a day ahead and refrigerate it unbaked for up to 24 hours.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: shrimp lasagna, garlic butter shrimp, seafood lasagna, creamy cheese sauce, garlic shrimp pasta bake, comforting seafood meal, lasagna recipe, shrimp scampi, dinner recipe
