Easy Made Crock Pot Shrimp Scampi

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Craving something decadent, garlicky, and seafood-packed—without hovering over the stove? This Crock Pot Shrimp Scampi is your low-effort, high-reward dinner solution. Loaded with buttery garlic flavor, juicy shrimp, and a light lemon-wine sauce, it’s elegant enough for guests yet simple enough for any busy weeknight.

📌 Quick Glance – Crock Pot Shrimp Scamp

• ⏱️ Prep Time: 10 minutes
• 🕒 Cook Time: 1.5 to 2 hours on LOW
• 🍽️ Servings: 4–6
• 👩‍🍳 Skill Level: Beginner
• 🍋 Vibe: Light, luxurious, and full of flavor

⬇️ Jump Ahead:

• What You’ll Need
• How to Make Shrimp Scampi in the Crock Pot
• Pro Tips & Tasty Twists
• Real-Life Reactions
• FAQ – All Your Shrimp Questions Answered

🛒 What You’ll Need – Elegant Ingredients, Simple Prep

• 1.5 lbs large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails on or off)
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
• 5 cloves garlic, minced
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1/3 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
• 1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• Salt & black pepper to taste
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• Cooked angel hair pasta, rice, or zucchini noodles (to serve)

👩‍🍳 How to Make Shrimp Scampi in the Crock Pot

🥄 Step-by-Step Magic:

1. Layer the Base:
   Place shrimp in the bottom of your greased slow cooker.
2. Pour the Flavor:
   In a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter. Stir in garlic, lemon juice, wine, and seasoning.
3. Combine:
   Pour the buttery garlic mixture over the shrimp in the crock pot.
4. Cook Gently:
   Cover and cook on LOW for 1.5 to 2 hours, or just until shrimp are pink and cooked through. Avoid overcooking—they cook fast!
5. Garnish & Serve:
   Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve hot over your favorite pasta or grain.

✨ Pro Tips & Tasty Twists

• Use frozen shrimp if needed—just thaw first to avoid excess water.
• For extra richness, stir in a spoonful of cream or Parmesan cheese at the end.
• Love spice? Add more red pepper flakes or diced chili.
• Try it over garlic butter rice or zoodles for a low-carb option.

📝 Crock Pot Shrimp Scampi

This Crock Pot Shrimp Scampi is rich, flavorful, and effortlessly delicious. Made with tender shrimp, garlic, lemon, and a buttery white wine sauce, it’s served over pasta for a cozy yet elegant weeknight dinner — with minimal prep and no stovetop babysitting!

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 2 hours hrs

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American, Italian

Calories: 470

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined (tails on or off)
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter melted
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 5 cloves garlic minced
• ½ cup white wine or chicken broth for non-alcoholic
• Juice of 1 lemon
• ½ tsp red pepper flakes optional
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
• 8 oz linguine or spaghetti cooked and drained

Equipment

• Slow cooker (4–6 quart)
• Mixing bowl
• Tongs or spoon

Method

 

1. In the bottom of a greased slow cooker, combine melted butter, olive oil, minced garlic, wine (or broth), lemon juice, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
2. Add shrimp and stir to coat in sauce.
3. Cover and cook on LOW for 1½ to 2 hours, or until shrimp are pink and opaque.
4. Just before serving, stir in chopped parsley.
5. Serve shrimp and sauce over freshly cooked pasta. Spoon extra sauce on top and garnish with more parsley and lemon zest if desired.

Notes

For extra richness, add a pat of butter when serving.

Use frozen shrimp — just thaw first and pat dry.

Try it with zucchini noodles or rice instead of pasta.

❓ FAQ – All Your Shrimp Questions Answered

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