Chili-Kissed Shrimp Scampi with Tomatoes

Name: Chili-Kissed Shrimp Scampi with Tomatoes
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian, American
Ingredients: 1 pinch Black Pepper; 1 whole Diced Onion; 1 whole Diced Tomatoes & Green Chilies; 0.25 cup Fresh Parsley; 1 tsp Grated Parmesan Cheese; 0.5 whole Lemon Juice; 1 lb Medium Shrimp; 4 cloves Minced Garlic; 5 tsp Olive Oil; 4 cups Penne Pasta; 1 pinch Red Pepper Flakes; 1 pinch Salt

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Chili-Kissed Shrimp Scampi with Tomatoes pairs tender, garlicky shrimp with bright lemon and juicy tomatoes for a lively, peppery kick. Tossed with penne, it balances heat from red pepper flakes with fresh parsley and a hint of Parmesan. Perfect for a weeknight dinner when you want something bold yet comforting.

Prep10 mins
Cook25 mins
Serves4
DifficultyEasy

1

Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring it to a rolling boil over high heat.
2

When the water is boiling, stir in the penne and return it to a boil.
3

Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until cooked through but still slightly firm, about 11 minutes.
4

Drain well in a colander set in the sink.
5

Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
6

Stir in the garlic and onion; cook and stir until the onion softens and turns translucent, about 5 minutes.
7

Stir in the tomatoes; simmer until heated through, about 5 minutes more.
8

Add the lemon juice and shrimp; cook and stir until the shrimp are bright pink on the outside and the meat is no longer transparent in the center, about 5 minutes.
9

Stir in the parsley, then season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
10

Serve the shrimp and sauce over the prepared penne pasta.
11

Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.