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    Home » Main Course » Shrimp Scampi Pizza

    Published: Feb 9, 2015 · Modified: Feb 9, 2022 by Lisa Johnson

    Shrimp Scampi Pizza

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    Next to bacon cheeseburgers, pizza is my favorite food group! I could eat pizza every single day of the year and never get tired of it. There are so many different toppings and combinations that keep pizza from getting dull or boring. This Shrimp Scampi Pizza recipe is the perfect example of unexpected toppings taking the ordinary to extraordinary.

    Check out this How to make Homemade Pizza post for detailed instructions and recipes for making pizzeria quality pizza at home.

    Shrimp Scampi Pizza topped with a light garlic-lemon sauce, and mozzarella cheese on a wooden pizza peel.

    This is yet another one of those recipes that has been popping in and out of my head for more than a year. Since today is National Pizza Day, I just had to finally make this creation happen!!

    Shrimp Scampi Pizza with a thin, crispy crust, garlic-lemon sauce, and cheeses | cookingwithcurls.com

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    📋 What you will need

    Shrimp Scampi Pizza ingredients.
    • Olive oil and butter to sauté the garlic and fresh, raw shrimp. I used peeled, deveined, 16-count shrimp to keep the recipe quick and easy.
    • Lemon zest and juice mixed with white wine add a punch of flavor to the light and simple sauce.
    • Fresh pizza dough can be homemade or store-bought.
    • Shredded mozzarella and grated parmesan add just the right amount of flavor without being overpowering, and Italian seasoning add just the right finish to this delicious pizza.
    • Chopped Italian parsley adds a nice touch to the finished pizza, and the optional crushed red pepper flakes add a bit of heat.

    Be sure to check out the detailed printable recipe card below

    A whole shrimp scampi pizza on a wooden pizza peel with wine glasses in the background.

    Post updated on February 9, 2022 to add improved step-by-step images.

    🧑🏻‍🍳 How do you make Shrimp Scampi Pizza?

    About 2:00 this afternoon, I pulled out my trusty bread machine and made my favorite Homemade Pizza Dough. I continued to peruse Pinterest while the bread machine did it's thing. Thirty minutes before the dough was ready, I put my baking stone into the cold oven and set the temperature to 500 degrees!! This little step makes a huge difference in how the crust cooks.

    While the dough is resting, heat the oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add the garlic and lemon zest and cook for one minute.

    Lemon zest, minced garlic, butter and oil in a large skillet.

    Add the white wine and lemon juice and cook for an additional 2 minutes.

    Minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, and wine in a large skillet.

    Add the shrimp and cook only until pink.

    Shrimp, garlic, wine, lemon zest and juice in a large skillet.

    Remove from the pan and set aside. Roll out dough on a well floured surface.

    Pizza dough circle on a flour covered marble board.

    Then place on a cornmeal covered pizza peel {or the backside of a flat baking sheet} and brush with garlic-lemon sauce.

    Pizza dough circle on parchment paper topped with garlic lemon sauce.

    Be generous, but don't turn the top of the pizza into a lake. 😉  Add the shrimp, mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.

    Pizza dough topped with sauce, shrimp, shredded mozzarella and grated parmesan cheese on a sheet of parchment paper.

    Sprinkle with Italian seasoning and slide onto the hot baking stone.

    Shrimp Scampi Pizza on a pizza stone in the oven.

    Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

    Shrimp Scampi Pizza on a wood pizza peel.

    Garnish with Italian parsley and serve with red pepper flakes if desired.

    A slice of Shrimp Scampi Pizza with puffy Homemade Crust.

    You have probably noticed that I like my pizza crust thin and crispy. One of these days I will get around to posting a thick crust pizza.

    The pizza was done, photographed and eaten by 4:20 pm before the sunlight was completely gone, lol! I will be using the other half of the pizza dough to remake my Breakfast Pizza tomorrow morning....Yum!

    Sliced Shrimp Scampi Pizza on parchment paper with two glasses of white wine in the background.

    📌 Recipe Notes & Tips

    • For a lighter, airier pizza crust you must try this Italian Pizza Dough recipe! No bread machine is required, it is made with a mixer and rises in a bowl.
    • Store leftover pizza in an airtight container in the refrigerator for one to two days.
    • To reheat pizza - place pizza in an air fryer set to 280 degrees and heat for 5 minutes. Preheat traditional oven to 250 - 300 degrees and place the pizza on a cookie sheet for approximately 5 minutes.
    • All ovens bake differently, cooking time are approximate.

    🥣 Tools used to create this recipe

    You can see the rest of my favorite kitchen tools and gadgets here in my Amazon Affiliate Page. I earn a small commission when you purchase through my links, at no cost to you, so I can keep bringing you more delicious recipes!

    • The pizza stone that I used for this pizza was purchased from Pampered Chef. I also have several others, including this 16" round one, and a rectangle stone that I use on the grill.
    • A Pizza Peel is a handy tool to have around to get your pizza on and off of a hot pizza stone!
    • Parchment Paper Sheets are a clean and easy way to transfer your pizza.
    • A Box Grater makes shredding mozzarella a breeze, and a Microplane is perfect for zesting the lemon and grating the Parmesan.
    • Minced garlic is simple with a Garlic Rocker used on a Cutting Board to keep those kitchen counters clean.

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    If you love this recipe, please rate it five stars and help me share on facebook and to help other readers in our community!

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    Enjoy!!

    A whole shrimp scampi pizza topped with shrimp, melted cheese, and Italian parsley.

    Shrimp Scampi Pizza

    Shrimp Scampi Pizza topped with a light garlic-lemon sauce, shrimp, and two types of cheese.
    4.23 from 138 votes
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    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American, Italian
    Keyword: shrimp pizza recipe
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 25 minutes
    Servings: 4 servings
    Calories: 637kcal
    Author: Lisa Johnson

    Ingredients

    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
    • 3 large cloves fresh garlic minced
    • .25 cup white wine substitute seafood stock if desired
    • 1 lemon zest and juice
    • 1 pound 16 count fresh shrimp peeled, deveined, and rinsed
    • 1 pound fresh pizza dough
    • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
    • .25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
    • .75 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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    Instructions

    • Place baking stone in oven and preheat to 500 degrees for ONE HOUR!
    • In a large skillet, melt butter and oil over medium-low heat. Add the garlic and lemon zest, cook for one minute.
    • Add the wine and lemon juice, simmer for 2 minutes.
    • Add shrimp and cook only until pink. Remove from pan and set aside.
    • Roll out pizza dough. Place on a cornmeal or parchment paper lined pizza peel.
    • Brush dough with garlic-lemon sauce from pan. Be generous. but you don't want your pizza to look like a lake.
    • Top with shrimp, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, and sprinkle with Italian seasoning.
    • Slide pizza onto preheated baking stone and bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until cheese is bubbly.
    • Serve with red hot pepper flakes.

    Notes

    • For a lighter, airier pizza crust you must try this Italian Pizza Dough recipe! No bread machine is required, it is made with a mixer and rises in a bowl.
    • Store leftover pizza in an airtight container in the refrigerator for one to two days.
    • To reheat pizza - place pizza in an air fryer set to 280 degrees and heat for 5 minutes. Preheat traditional oven to 250 - 300 degrees and place the pizza on a cookie sheet for approximately 5 minutes.
    • All ovens bake differently, cooking times are approximate.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 637kcal | Carbohydrates: 58g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 328mg | Sodium: 1974mg | Potassium: 159mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 420IU | Vitamin C: 19.2mg | Calcium: 388mg | Iron: 6mg
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    Comments

    1. Seana Turner says

      February 10, 2015 at 6:48 am

      I would eat all of these pizzas!! I just adore pizza, and you really can make so many different varieties. Let the creativity roll. I always want to crawl into your posts and eat your photos:)

      Reply
    2. Amy @ Ms. Toody Goo Shoes says

      February 10, 2015 at 8:28 am

      I literally just salivated when I saw your first picture. The best pizza I ever ate was at Regina's in Boston, and it was a shrimp scampi pizza. I have got to try to make this, but I confess I will not be making my own dough! Pinned.

      Reply
      • Claire @ A Little Claireification says

        February 10, 2015 at 9:12 am

        Regina's!!! Love.

        Reply
    3. Claire @ A Little Claireification says

      February 10, 2015 at 9:13 am

      Pizza - my favorite food EVER. This looks so amazing!! Pinned!

      Reply
    4. Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes says

      February 11, 2015 at 11:01 pm

      Girl ... it's 10 pm - do you deliver?! Pinned and shared!

      Reply
    5. Mary Beth|Cupcakes and Crinoline says

      February 12, 2015 at 11:39 am

      Oh, Lisa, this looks so delicious. Shrimp is one of my favorite foods and pizza....well, I LOVE pizza ~ putting the two together is perfect!

      Reply
    6. Julie @ Tastes of Lizzy T says

      February 12, 2015 at 2:43 pm

      These are gorgeous pictures, Lisa! I'm not a huge seafood fan, but you may have won me over. 🙂

      Reply
    7. Cathy@LemonTreeDwelling says

      February 12, 2015 at 9:02 pm

      This sounds absolutely amazing and your photos are gorgeous, Lisa!

      Reply
      • Stacey says

        October 19, 2020 at 2:25 pm

        5 stars
        LOVE the shrimp scampi pizza!! I made one before, but I'm making 2 large ones for supper tonight! I use store bought prepared pizza dough and since I'm in South Louisiana, I add a touch of liquid crab boil when cooking my shrimp! DELISH!!

        Reply
    8. Heather @ What Does She Do All Day? says

      February 14, 2015 at 7:27 am

      This looks amazing!!! I love shrimp and I love pizza, but I've never had shrimp on pizza!

      Reply
    9. Katelijn says

      February 14, 2015 at 9:43 am

      This shrimp pizza looks great and fun to make, and fast! I also like the idea of baking the pizza on a stone in the oven. Definitely have to try this one out. Really enjoy stopping by your blog. Although I don't eat meat, you still have a wide range of other suggestions 🙂 i'll pin some of them.

      Reply
    10. Love Keil (MunchkinTime) says

      February 14, 2015 at 10:48 am

      This looks so amazing! Pinning it! Visiting from Best Recipes & DIY Project Link Party #83

      Reply
    11. Tammy @ Posh Patterns Blog says

      February 14, 2015 at 4:15 pm

      This looks absolutely delicious! My hubby makes some unique pizzas at home, but this is one that we've never thought of! Looking forward to giving it a try. 🙂

      Reply
    12. Carole says

      February 14, 2015 at 6:37 pm

      This looks amazing! Stopping by from Skip the Housework linky party and pinning to Pinterest.

      Reply
    13. Thao @ In Good Flavor says

      February 16, 2015 at 11:19 am

      Wow! This is to die for! Pinning.

      Reply
    14. Faye Wilkerson says

      February 16, 2015 at 7:49 pm

      I love shrimp on a pizza. My favorite.

      Reply
    15. Blair @ The Seasoned Mom says

      February 16, 2015 at 8:06 pm

      Hah! Pizza is my favorite food group, too! Second only (maybe) to the larger DESSERT food group. 🙂

      This pizza in particular looks AMAZING! Love, love, love.

      Reply
    16. Ginger says

      February 17, 2015 at 9:17 am

      Looks incredible! I think I need to make this recipe this week. 🙂 If you're looking for a new link party, my co-hostesses and I would LOVE for you to share this at Show Me Saturday this weekend.

      Reply
    17. Alyssa @ Piece of Home says

      February 17, 2015 at 12:34 pm

      This looks amazing! I've been really into making all kinds of pizzas lately. I'll have to try this! My father-in-law would love it!

      Reply
    18. Lori Hart says

      February 17, 2015 at 4:39 pm

      Heaven!!! I love scampi, I love pizza. This is the best!

      Reply
    19. Shannon {Cozy Country Living} says

      February 18, 2015 at 9:46 am

      I love pizza too Lisa! This one looks delicious! I'm definitely going to have to try it very soon!

      Reply
    20. Meaghan | Cook. Craft. Love. says

      February 18, 2015 at 7:50 pm

      Oh my yessssssssss! My family are pretty dyed in the wool extra cheese pepperoni lovers but I love trying different pizza toppings! This one is definitely going on my list!

      Reply
    21. Cathy says

      February 18, 2015 at 8:20 pm

      My mouth is watering! Wow does this look good!! Saying hello from the creative ways link party! 🙂
      Cathy

      Reply
    22. Amanda says

      February 18, 2015 at 8:21 pm

      Oh my, that looks heavenly!! I am soooo hoping to get a baking stone and pizza peel for my birthday this summer... I'm drooling looking at those pictures 😀

      Reply
    23. Kali says

      February 18, 2015 at 8:32 pm

      Oh my goodness! My husband would love this! I'm excited to try your thin crust... I haven't found one yet that I love. Beautiful pics, by the way!

      Reply
    24. Aida@TheCraftingFoodie says

      February 18, 2015 at 10:04 pm

      Lisa,
      This is one gorgeous pizza! We just went to a dinner party and they served this exact dish, and my husband and kids LOVED it. I'm totally going to make this on our next Pizza night!

      Reply
    25. Nancy @ NY Foodie Family says

      February 19, 2015 at 7:59 am

      This pizza looks amazing! I make pizza almost every week and will have to try this out soon!

      Reply
    26. Elainecookinandcraftin.com says

      February 19, 2015 at 6:14 pm

      I love the shrimp scampi pizza!! I make a similar one with alfredo sauce and both shrimp and crab meat!! I would love for you to share them On My 2 Favorite Things on Thursday - Link Party, it's going on now!! I would love to have you!!

      Reply
      • Lisa Johnson says

        February 25, 2015 at 9:53 pm

        Thank you Elaine. 🙂

        Reply
    27. Michelle @ A Dish of Daily Life says

      February 19, 2015 at 9:58 pm

      This looks fabulous! I love pizzas like this...my favorite pizza ever is the clams casino from Modern in New Haven. Shrimp scampi sounds so good! Thanks for sharing it with us at #FoodieFriDIY!

      Reply
    28. Rachel @ {i love} my disorganized life says

      February 24, 2015 at 7:22 am

      Wow- this looks amazing! Be sure to stop by Wednesday Whatsits tonight- I've chosen you as my Hot Shot for the week! Make sure to tell all your friends and family to stop by, too, so they can vote for you to be the Big Shot! Pimp it out, baby!

      Reply
      • Lisa Johnson says

        February 25, 2015 at 9:51 pm

        Thank you so much for choosing me Rachel, that's pretty exciting!!

        Reply
        • Rachel @ {i love} my disorganized life says

          March 03, 2015 at 8:37 pm

          Hey lady! Be SURE you stop by the party tonight and see who this week's Big Shot is! SQUEEEEEEE!!!!!!!!!!

          Reply
          • Lisa Johnson says

            March 04, 2015 at 6:37 pm

            Thank you SOOOOO much Rachel!!! I was so shocked AND thrilled. 🙂

            Reply
    29. Robin @ Redo It Yourself Inspirations says

      February 24, 2015 at 7:25 am

      OMG. I love you!
      Must- make- this- today! My favorite on crust... you made my day- week- month- year! Thank you for sharing this!

      Reply
    30. Bonnie @ The Pin Junkie says

      February 26, 2015 at 6:47 pm

      Oh wow! This shrimp scampi pizza looks delicious! Thanks for sharing it at The Pin Junkie. It's one of the features at this week's party.

      Reply
      • Lisa Johnson says

        February 26, 2015 at 11:16 pm

        Thank you so much Bonnie, that is so exciting!!!

        Reply
    31. Mila says

      February 26, 2015 at 7:07 pm

      That's how I make my pizza too. Except I don't have a pizza peel, so I take the pizza pan out of the oven (it is a cast iron one and has handles). I am dying to make this version.

      Don't you just love bread machine for all things bread?

      Reply
      • Lisa Johnson says

        February 26, 2015 at 11:15 pm

        I have not tried my cast iron pizza pan yet, I should make my next pizza that way!! I do love my bread machine, Mila. It is the one machine in my kitchen that will always get replaced when it breaks down, LOL.

        Reply
    32. Brittany says

      February 26, 2015 at 9:26 pm

      This looks like it might be one of my new favorite pizzas! I think my little kiddos might like it too! Thanks for the recipe! Pinning for sure!

      Reply
      • Lisa Johnson says

        February 26, 2015 at 11:10 pm

        Thank you so much Brittany, I hope you enjoy it! 🙂

        Reply
    33. Liz says

      March 04, 2015 at 6:36 pm

      Thanks for sharing the recipe! I sometimes get stuck in a rut with the same old toppings on my pizza, and shrimp is a great way to mix it up!

      Reply
    34. Rick Thiemke says

      March 05, 2015 at 12:23 am

      Have you thought about pulsing the shrimp in a food processor for 10-20 seconds or dicing up the shrimp before you cook them. That might make a move evenly distributed portion of shrimp. Just a thought.

      Reply
    35. Carole says

      April 02, 2015 at 4:34 pm

      Fab dish, it's on my shortlist for a feature. Cheers

      Reply
    36. HoLLY Zittrouer says

      April 20, 2015 at 3:13 pm

      I have made this several times, and it's a favorite of my fiancé, thanks so much for sharing this delicious recipe.

      Reply
      • Lisa Johnson says

        April 20, 2015 at 5:09 pm

        Thank you so much Holly!! I am so glad you both enjoy it. 🙂

        Reply
    37. Jenny says

      January 11, 2016 at 2:06 pm

      Hi, I'm going to make this right now , I was thinking about adding fresh basil, sundries tomatoes and kalamata olives and possibly feta or myzithra cheese. Any suggestions on that combo?

      Reply
    38. LeeA Summers says

      February 17, 2016 at 8:57 pm

      I do have a question... Can you make this with cauliflower crust and without chesse

      Reply
      • Lisa Johnson says

        February 17, 2016 at 10:34 pm

        I don't see why not, though I have never tried to before. Good luck. 🙂

        Reply
        • LeeA Summers says

          February 19, 2016 at 9:33 am

          okay thank you

          Reply
    39. Martin says

      February 22, 2016 at 8:27 am

      Made the other night. EXCELLENT!

      Reply
    40. Angie says

      February 28, 2016 at 9:50 am

      The most unusual pizza I ever made was a shrimp pesto pizza with goat cheese that I found some place on pinterest. It was yummy! This one looks fantastic as well!

      Reply
    41. Alexandra says

      May 08, 2017 at 6:11 pm

      Mmm - two of my favorite things, pizza and shrimp! Sounds delicious, and the recipe looks pretty easy to follow without a whole lot of ingredients. Pinned. Found you at the Inspiration Monday Party from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom.

      Reply
      • Lisa Johnson says

        May 10, 2017 at 11:57 pm

        Thank you so much Alexandra! 🙂

        Reply
    42. Karyl | Karyl's Kulinary Krusade says

      May 09, 2017 at 7:38 am

      I've never thought of putting shrimp on pizza, but this looks absolutely divine! I love your twist on the traditional dish

      Reply
      • Lisa Johnson says

        May 10, 2017 at 11:57 pm

        Thank you Karyl! I wish I had thought of it first, but California Pizza Kitchen used to have it on their menu, lol Mine is better of course. 🙂

        Reply
    43. Colleen says

      May 14, 2017 at 8:06 pm

      And here I was thinking that I'm tired of eating pizza...perhaps I'm just not having the right pizza! This one looks like a must try!

      Reply
    44. andi says

      March 11, 2018 at 5:17 pm

      5 stars
      This was sooooo amazing! Phil made the yummy face multiple times (rolling his eyes and groaning in ecstasy and saying things I can't repeat here) so it's def a winner! I used your dough recipe too, and it was incredible! You rock, girl!!!

      xoxo-andi

      Reply
    45. Kim Wachtel says

      July 15, 2019 at 5:00 pm

      Amazing! Made for my husband who is a picky eater and he had to stop himself from eating the entire pie. Heating the stone in advance gave us a very crispy crust which we loved. I did have turn the heat up a bit to get the wine to simmer and reduce. Loved it!

      Reply
      • Lisa Johnson says

        July 22, 2019 at 9:37 pm

        I am so happy that you both liked it Kim!!

        Reply
    46. cassis says

      January 31, 2021 at 12:29 pm

      5 stars
      OK! i made this last night and wowowowow... i probably 4x the amount of garlic and put more lemon sauce on the pizza than you recommended. not one regret. awesome recipe. thank you!!!!!!!!

      Reply
      • Lisa Johnson says

        March 06, 2021 at 11:08 am

        You are welcome Cassis, I am so glad you like it!! That sounds amazing, I love garlic!

        Reply

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