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Shrimp Scampi Dip

[heart_this] · Dec 30, 2013 · 26 Comments

Shrimp Scampi Dip

A hot cheese dip with all of the flavours of lemony and buttery shrimp scampi with plenty of chunks of succulent shrimp

Shrimp scampi has to be one of my favourite pasta dishes; not only is it super quick and easy to make but shrimp and pasta in a garlicky white wine, lemon and butter sauce is just so irresistible! When I came across the idea of a shrimp scampi dip on Foodie Crush I knew that I would have to make it and it was perfect for a New Years Eve party appetizer! I am totally addicted to hot melt-y cheese dips so I could not pass up on the idea of taking all of the flavours of shrimp scampi and placing them in a melted cheese dip! This dip starts off by cooking some shrimp in butter along with plenty of garlic followed by the white wine and lemon juice before mixing it all up with plenty of cheese and baking it until it is all melted, bubbling and golden brown. Not only is this dip super easy to make but it will also be the talk of the town at your party, though it will disappear quickly so you might want to make a double batch and hoard some for yourself!

Shrimp Scampi Dip
Just look at those chunks of shrimp in all of that melted cheese!

Shrimp Scampi Dip
This shrimp scampi dip goes great with garlic rubbed crostini and crackers.

Shrimp Scampi Dip

Shrimp Scampi Dip

Shrimp Scampi Dip

Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes Servings: 4

A hot cheese dip with all of the flavours of lemony and buttery shrimp scampi with plenty of chunks of succulent shrimp

ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 pound shrimp, shelled, deveined and coarsely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice (~1 lemon)
  • 4 ounces light cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup light sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
  • 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
  • 1/2 cup mozzarella, shredded
  • 1/4 cup parmigiano reggiano (parmesan), grated
directions
  1. Heat the butter in a pan over medium heat and add the shrimp and cook until it just turns pink.
  2. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes, cook until fragrant, about a minute, and set the shrimp aside.
  3. Add the wine and lemon juice and simmer to reduce by half.
  4. Mix the shrimp, pan sauce, cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, parsley, mozzarella and parmesan and pour it into a 2+ cup baking pan.
  5. Bake in a preheated 350F/180C oven until golden brown on top and bubbling on the sides, about 15-20 minutes.
Option: Top with 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs mixed with 2 tablespoons parmesan before baking for a crispy topping.
Option: Cook the shrimp and assemble the dip the night before and then bake it just before serving.
Nutrition Facts: Calories 333, Fat 21g (Saturated 11g, Trans 0), Cholesterol 168mg, Sodium 539mg, Carbs 10g (Fiber 0, Sugars 4g), Protein 23g

Nutrition by: Nutritional facts powered by Edamam
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Comments

  1. Pam says

    December 30, 2013 at 12:14 pm

    I know what I'm taking to the New Year's party!

    Reply
  2. Marie Matter says

    December 30, 2013 at 12:46 pm

    LOVE this idea!

    Reply
  3. A SPICY PERSPECTIVE says

    December 30, 2013 at 3:45 pm

    This looks so good, Kevin!

    Reply
  4. Julie @ Table for Two says

    December 30, 2013 at 4:13 pm

    This would be so perfect for tomorrow evening! That is if it makes it to my guests' mouths..I'd probably hoard the thing to myself! Haha 😉

    Reply
  5. marla {Family Fresh Cooking} says

    December 30, 2013 at 4:39 pm

    Great dip Kevin!!!

    Reply
  6. c.roberts-brown says

    December 30, 2013 at 9:20 pm

    This makes it sound like the shrimp stays in the pan while the sauce is reducing. Would it not be like rubber between that time and the oven time?

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      December 8, 2020 at 5:52 pm

      #2 states: Add the garlic and red pepper flakes, cook until fragrant, about a minute, and set the shrimp mixture aside.

      #3 states: Add the wine and lemon juice and simmer to reduce by half.

      Reply
  7. Jamie Tarence says

    December 30, 2013 at 11:25 pm

    This sounds absolutely delicious! Can't wait to make it. Love, love, love your blog:-)

    Reply
  8. Anonymous says

    December 30, 2013 at 11:44 pm

    You always have so many great yummylishes recipes. 🙂

    Sophia

    Reply
  9. Anonymous says

    December 30, 2013 at 11:45 pm

    Seriously, you are making me *so* damn hungry here at work… *gah* !!! (and thanks, I cannot get enough of your blog for real)

    Reply
  10. Tieghan says

    December 31, 2013 at 4:29 am

    Awesome dip Kevin!!

    Reply
  11. kevin says

    December 31, 2013 at 10:30 am

    c.roberts-brown: You want to remove the shrimp from the pan before reducing the sauce. As you mentioned, shrimp does not like to be overcooked.

    Reply
  12. Anonymous says

    January 1, 2014 at 3:58 pm

    I made this recipe for New Year's Eve and it was a winner. Thanks for always sharing such great recipes.

    Reply
  13. Jill S,ith-Lewiston NY says

    January 25, 2014 at 8:24 pm

    Second time that I am making this dip. It is a guaranteed Crowd Pleaser!!!!

    Reply
  14. Joanne Voth says

    February 2, 2014 at 7:31 am

    This dip will be made for my next get-together. It looks mouth-watering delicious!!

    Reply
  15. Anonymous says

    February 20, 2014 at 5:22 pm

    Made this for my Super Bowl party it went to fast and everyone wanted more, so i made a second and third helping. Thanks for the recipe…Marcia

    Reply
  16. kevin says

    February 23, 2014 at 9:44 pm

    Marcia: I am glad that you enjoyed it!

    Reply
  17. Anonymous says

    March 25, 2014 at 12:09 pm

    This is a great recipe! I've always got to put my own spin on things so I added a can of crab meat, some chopped spinach and some chopped capers. Served on crostini: My husband gave it his "Dammit Mama!" seal of approval (that means he loved it, lol) Thank you, Kevin for the inspiration!!

    Reply
  18. jes says

    September 6, 2014 at 3:52 pm

    I made this dip for the game today, not only did my husband lick the mixing bowl clean, but my 4 year old loved it as well. Had to substitute the wine with Leffe, an Abbey ale, it complimented the flavors well in a pinch. Thanks for the recipe!

    Reply
  19. Unknown says

    December 27, 2015 at 10:38 pm

    Oh my, I'm an addict already and I haven't even made it yet!

    Reply
  20. L Keys says

    August 13, 2017 at 1:06 pm

    Would this work with much smaller shrimp instead of taking large shrimp and cutting it into chunks?

    Reply
  21. kevin says

    August 18, 2017 at 1:59 pm

    L Keys: Yes it would work! Enjoy!

    Reply
  22. Anonymous says

    October 21, 2017 at 12:33 pm

    This is insanely delicious. I have made it several times. So luxurious, and so yummy

    Reply

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