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    Home » Recipes » Dip Recipe

    Easy Shrimp Scampi Dip

    Published: Oct 30, 2017 · Modified: Oct 22, 2022 by Chef Dennis Littley

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    What are you serving for the holidays? How about my Shrimp Scampi dip? It’s easy to make and will wow your friends and family!

    There’s something magical about a hot dip. It’s something we never make at home and save for those special occasions out at our favorite restaurants. Why is that? If you think it’s too hard to make or takes too much time, have I got news for you.

    My Shrimp Scampi Dip is not only easy to make but so cheesy and delicious, you’re guests will be begging for the recipe!

    shrimp scampi dip in a white casserole

    If you’d like to kick things up a notch at your next tailgate party, this would be a great way to get everyone’s attention. I mean everybody loves dips and who doesn’t love cheese and shrimp?

    If you love this dip, make sure to try my Maryland Hot Crab Dip.

    Ingredients to make Shrimp Scampi Dip

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    Let’s start by gathering the ingredients we need to make Shrimp Scampi Dip. In Chef Speak this is called the “Mise en Place” which translates to “Everything in its Place”.

    Not only does setting your ingredients up ahead of time speed up the cooking process, it also helps ensure you have everything you need to make the dish.

    Shrimp Scampi Dip in a white oval baking dish with slices bread on the side of the dish

    It’s really easy to vary the dip by swapping out the type of cheese you use or the star of the dip. Try using crab, lobster, or your favorite roasted vegetable.

    This is a very versatile dip and will be your go-to appetizer for entertaining. Just remember to have enough on hand. Your guests are going to love it!

    Serve up this delicious dip with your favorite bread, crackers, or flatbread.

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    4.88 from 8 votes

    Shrimp Scampi Dip

    Perfect for any get together or just to make family time extra special.  My Shrimp Scampi Dip is sure to please and will have your friends and family coming back for more.
    Prep Time10 mins
    Cook Time15 mins
    Total Time25 mins
    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 372kcal
    Author: Chef Dennis Littley

    Ingredients

    • ¾ lb medium sized shrimp
    • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
    • 4 cloves garlic fine chop
    • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
    • 2 tablespoons white wine optional
    • ¼ cup sour cream
    • ½ cup cream cheese
    • 3 tablespoons heavy mayonnaise
    • ½ cup extra sharp cheddar white cheddar – shredded
    • 2 tablespoons grated romano cheese
    • 1 tablespoon parsley -finely chopped
    • sea salt and black pepper to taste
    • ¼ cup shredded white cheddar for top of dip
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    Instructions

    • preheat oven to 350
    • Melt butter in large saute pan over medium heat.
    • Add garlic and shrimp, saute until shrimp are almost done 2-3 minutes, then remove shrimp from pan, and allow to cool.
    • Chop the shrimp into smaller pieces and set aside
    • Add wine and lemon juice to pan.
    • Bring the pan to a simmer and add in sour cream, cream cheese, ½ cup of cheddar, romano cheese and mayonnaise.
    • Add shrimp and parsley into the cheese mixture.
    • Place mixture into a baking dish, and top with ¼ cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
    • Place in oven and bake for 15- 20 minutes until bubbly and golden brown. or until an internal temperatrue of 165 degrees has been reached.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 372kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Cholesterol: 128mg | Sodium: 472mg | Potassium: 99mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 940IU | Vitamin C: 5.9mg | Calcium: 255mg | Iron: 0.8mg
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    Chef Dennis is a semi-retired Chef, writer/blogger, photographer, recipe developer and creator of A Culinary Journey with Chef Dennis aka Ask Chef Dennis®. Chef Dennis worked professionally in White Table Cloth Restaurants for 40 years and has been developing easy to make, restaurant-style recipes since 2009. The second phase of his reinvention from chef to blogger has earned him a place at the Worlds Dinner Table. Join him on his Culinary Journey enjoying his easy to make Restaurant Style recipes and travel adventures. For more details, check out his About page.

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    Comments

    1. Elena Bush

      February 15, 2021 at 4:59 pm

      5 stars
      Chef,

      This dip was absolutely incredibly delicious. I made it ahead of time, just before my guest arrived.
      My guests loved it.

      Elena

      Reply
    2. Angela Donnerson

      January 26, 2021 at 12:29 am

      I love your seafood recipes

      Reply
    3. Nancy

      January 14, 2021 at 5:31 pm

      This dip was absolutely incredible. I am on a low carb diet and this was perfect.
      I made it as a main dish with a side salad. I didn’t have the wine, but I had everything else.
      I love the ease of your recipes.
      Thank you, Dennis

      Reply
    4. Leslie

      September 17, 2020 at 1:34 pm

      5 stars
      This looks like a classic, fool-proof recipe that’s sure to please AND impress anyone!

      Reply
    5. Leora Blue

      January 02, 2020 at 2:06 am

      Just found this site looking for seafood recipes and loved the presentation of Shrimp scampi Dip hope to continue to follow and prepare more of your recipes.

      Reply
      • Anya

        October 07, 2022 at 10:27 pm

        5 stars
        What happened to the shrimp scampi recipe that was under this link? I used to make it all the time, then one day it was a dip 🙁 it was the best scampi recipe around!!!

        Reply
    6. Wanda

      August 11, 2018 at 4:28 pm

      Just found this site and happy i did😀. I live in ft. Lauderdale, originally from Baltimore. I was reviewing your crab imperial, looks amazing!! I was looking for a dip and saw the link to this. I’m not a horseradish fan, what cheese can I substitute for crab imperial dip? I’m now torn with crab imperial or the dip, might do both!!

      Reply
    7. Brenda

      November 12, 2017 at 1:51 pm

      Can you make this dip in advance?

      Reply
      • Chef Dennis Littley

        November 13, 2017 at 9:00 am

        yes you can Brenda, just don’t bake it until you’re ready to serve.

        Reply
    8. Megan @ Pip and Ebby

      November 04, 2017 at 9:47 pm

      Hot dips are one of my obsessions and I NEED to make this. Looks and sounds soooo good!

      Reply
      • Chef Dennis Littley

        November 05, 2017 at 8:16 pm

        it’s one of our favorites!

        Reply
    9. Candace @ Cabot

      October 31, 2017 at 8:18 am

      5 stars
      Dip for Dinner is a tradition at my house. This is going to the top of the list for our next round. Love the addition of Cabot Horseradish Cheddar!

      Reply
    10. erica

      April 12, 2016 at 4:47 pm

      sounds delish! where to find the cabots horseradish cheddar?

      Reply
      • Chef Dennis Littley

        April 12, 2016 at 4:54 pm

        I was lucky enough to find it at my local Publix, but if you can’t find it, just add a little horseradish to regular cheddar

        Reply
    11. karen

      August 25, 2015 at 4:55 pm

      delicious. i added fresh spinach, a touch of cayenne pepper and left out the mayonnaise. children ate all of it.

      Reply
      • Chef Dennis Littley

        August 26, 2015 at 7:40 am

        Thanks for the feedback Karen, and I’m happy to hear you children enjoyed the dip!

        Reply
    12. Rulouri exterioare

      June 18, 2015 at 2:43 pm

      5 stars
      It looks very tasty!

      Reply
    13. Charlie

      June 02, 2015 at 1:30 pm

      Hi Dennis!

      As usual you have made a great dish.
      This would be a great starter, or even a light lunch or supper with a salad added for good measure.

      I’m on my way upstairs to see if I have all the ingredients.

      Have a Joyful Day :~D
      Charlie

      Reply
      • Chef Dennis Littley

        June 02, 2015 at 2:46 pm

        Thanks Charlie, it really is easy to make and very easy to change up.

        Reply
    14. GERRY SJODIN

      June 02, 2015 at 11:34 am

      WOW!!! I’ve got a few friends coming over tomorrow nite, and will be making this delicious looking dip.

      Gerry

      Reply
      • Chef Dennis Littley

        June 02, 2015 at 1:03 pm

        I hope you enjoy it Gerry!

        Reply
    15. Susan P

      June 02, 2015 at 9:56 am

      This looks so good. Can’t wait to try it.

      Reply
      • Chef Dennis Littley

        June 02, 2015 at 1:03 pm

        Thanks Susan!

        Reply
    16. Larry

      June 02, 2015 at 8:10 am

      Looks delicious Chef and we’ll take it to our next wine club.

      Reply
      • Chef Dennis Littley

        June 02, 2015 at 1:03 pm

        Thanks Larry it really was very tasty!

        Reply

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