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Instant Pot Shrimp Scampi Recipe

Published: Mar 9, 2023 · Modified: Mar 19, 2023 by Lynn Polito · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn a small commission from qualifying purchases.

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An easy and quick dinner to make, this Instant Pot Shrimp Scampi pasta is ready in under 30 minutes and perfect when you are in a rush on busy weeknights!

An overhead shot of the Instant Pot Shrimp Scamp in a bowl

Classic shrimp scampi is a delicious meal that is often enjoyed in Italian restaurants. Why not make it at home? It's surprisingly easy to make and when you make dinner as a one pot meal, it's a win win situation!

When you need a quick dinner, this easy Instant Pot recipe is a must make! The tender shrimp and perfectly al dente pasta make this a dinner the whole family will love!

Even though you can boil water in an Instant Pot, you don't need to for this recipe! Everything is cooked together right in the Instant Pot!

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  • Ingredients You Will Need
  • Equipment You'll Need
  • How To Make Instant Pot Shrimp Scampi
  • Tips and Tricks
  • Frequently Asked Questions
  • More Instant Pot Recipes
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Ingredients You Will Need

You only need a few simple ingredients for this delicious recipe. Check out the exact amounts in the recipe card below.

An overhead shot of the ingredients for Instant Pot Shrimp Scampi
  • Olive Oil. To saute the vegetables in.
  • Fresh lemon juice. Keep the zest too for garnish and extra lemon flavor.
  • Onions and garlic. Chopped into small pieces.
  • Frozen Shrimp. Raw shrimp that is cleaned and deveined is best so the shrimp does not get overcooked in the Instant Pot.
  • Your favorite type of pasta. Angel hair pasta, spaghetti, linguine, or fettucine are all great options for this dish.
  • Liquid. You can use water, chicken broth, chicken stock, vegetable broth, or seafood broth in this dish.
  • White wine. Pinot Grigio is the best type of white wine to use in this recipe, but Chardonnay will work too.
  • Optional ingredients would be red pepper flakes to spice up the pasta, fresh parsley to garnish with, and parmesan cheese to sprinkle on top.

Equipment You'll Need

  • Instant Pot. I have a 6-quart Instant Pot that I love using!
  • Knives
  • Cutting Board
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Mixing Spoons

How To Make Instant Pot Shrimp Scampi

Chop the fresh garlic and onion into small pieces. Turn on the sauté function and add the olive oil. Add the onion and garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes.

Add the white wine and broth to the Instant Pot. Give the ingredients a good stir. Add the pasta to the Instant Pot and top the pasta with the frozen shrimp. Season with salt (kosher salt is best) and black pepper.

Cancel the saute function and close the lid of the Instant Pot. Set the cooking time to 3 minutes on high pressure. Natural release the pressure after the cook time is up and then after 5 minutes, quick release the pressure. Give the ingredients a stir. Add the fresh lemon juice and one tablespoon of lemon zest. Add parmesan cheese and fresh parsley to the top of the pasta in the bowls.

The garlic and onions are being sautéed in the Instant Pot
The pasta and the broth are added to the Instant Pot
The shrimp are added to the Instant Pot.

Tips and Tricks

  • The Instant Pot will take 8-10 minutes to come up to pressure.
  • If you only have fresh shrimp on hand, do not cook them under pressure. Once you cook the pasta and release the pressure, turn on saute mode and add the shrimp. Cook for 2 minutes and serve.
  • Serve this pasta with garlic bread or crusty bread to dunk in that delicious buttery sauce!
  • If you are using thin pasta like angel hair, cut the cooking time to 2 minutes.
A close up of the Instant Pot Shrimp Scampi in a bowl

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I store leftovers?

Store leftovers in an airtight container and keep it in the refrigerator up to 4 days. To reheat the pasta, add it back to the Instant Pot and turn on saute mode. You can also microwave the pasta for 2-3 minutes.

Can I use other types of pasta?

Yes! You can use your favorite gluten free pasta, chick pea pasta, or lentil pasta. Long pasta is best for a scampi recipe, but you can use your favorite type of pasta.

Why did I get the burn notice on my Instant Pot?

If you got a burn notice on your Instant Pot, you probably did not have enough liquid in your Instant Pot. You want to make sure you have at least 4 cups of liquid in your Instant Pot.

A fork is holding a portion of the Instant Pot Shrimp Scampi.

More Instant Pot Recipes

  • Instant Pot Rigatoni Bolognese
  • Instant Pot Bourbon Chicken
  • Unstuffed Cabbage Roll Soup in the Instant Pot
  • Instant Pot Creme Brulee

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An overhead shot of the Instant Pot Shrimp Scamp in a bowl

Instant Pot Shrimp Scampi

An easy and quick dinner to make, this Instant Pot Shrimp Scampi pasta is ready in under 30 minutes and perfect when you are in a rush on busy weeknights!
5 from 4 votes
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 470kcal
Author: Lynn Polito

Equipment

  • Instant Pot
  • Measuring Cups
  • Liquid Measuring Cup

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoon Butter
  • 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 Onion Diced
  • 3 Garlic Cloves
  • 1 lb Shrimp Medium, Frozen, Deveined
  • 1 lb Spaghetti or angel hair pasta
  • ½ cup White Wine
  • 4 cups Broth Chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • Salt and Pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Chop the fresh garlic and onion into small pieces. Turn on the sauté function and add the butter and olive oil. Add the onion and garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes.
  • Add the white wine and broth to the Instant Pot. Give the ingredients a good stir. Break the pasta in half and add the pasta to the Instant Pot and top the pasta with the frozen shrimp. Season with salt (kosher salt is best) and black pepper.
  • Cancel the saute function and close the lid of the Instant Pot. Set the cooking time to 3 minutes on high pressure. Natural release the pressure after the cook time is up and then after 4 minutes, quick release the pressure.
  • Stir all the ingredients together. Add the fresh lemon juice and one tablespoon of lemon zest. Add parmesan cheese and fresh parsley to the top of the pasta in the bowls.

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Notes

  • If you are using angel hair pasta, cut the cooking time to 2 minutes.
  • The thicker the pasta the longer it will take to cook.
  • Medium to large shrimp are best so they are not too small.
  • If you only have fresh shrimp on hand, do not cook them under pressure. Once you cook the pasta and release the pressure, turn on saute mode and add the shrimp. Cook for 2 minutes and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 470kcal | Carbohydrates: 61g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 137mg | Sodium: 768mg | Potassium: 417mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 509IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 75mg | Iron: 2mg
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  1. Vicky DeBerry

    June 03, 2023 at 6:32 pm

    This was so good. I also have to do gluten free. The gluten free thin spaghetti (12 oz) and only 1 lb of shrimp worked great! My husband, who doesn’t have to do gluten free, ate two big servings. Has to be the easiest recipe ever! Thank you so much for passing it on!

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    • Lynn Polito

      June 04, 2023 at 6:52 am

      I love to hear that! Thank you for making my recipe!

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  2. Melissa

    March 16, 2023 at 9:10 pm

    5 stars
    This is my second time making this. I can not make it with garlic and onion yet due to diet restrictions ☹️ but my husband loves it without. He’s been eating plain chicken breast or plain fish. Also I’m making this with gluten free pasta and it comes out great! Saw this on your homepage when I was getting your recipe for Instant Pot pizza dough. Mentioned it to my husband and wanted me to try it out. This is very good. Thank you.

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    • Lynn Polito

      March 17, 2023 at 7:25 am

      I am so happy to hear that! Thanks for making my recipe!

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