Description
This Garlic Parmesan Baked Shrimp recipe offers a deliciously easy and flavorful seafood dish featuring large shrimp coated with a garlic butter mixture, topped with a crispy Parmesan and panko breadcrumb crust, and baked to golden perfection. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive appetizer, the dish pairs beautifully with lemon wedges for a fresh finish.
Ingredients
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Shrimp and Seasoning
- 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined, tails on or off)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Butter and Garlic Mixture
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
Topping
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
For Serving
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Prepare the Oven and Baking Dish: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish or sheet to prevent the shrimp from sticking during cooking.
- Arrange the Shrimp: Spread the peeled and deveined shrimp in a single layer in the prepared baking dish to ensure even cooking.
- Make the Garlic Butter Sauce: In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, paprika, and the optional red pepper flakes. This flavorful sauce will coat the shrimp, infusing them with rich garlic and spice.
- Coat the Shrimp: Pour the garlic butter mixture evenly over the shrimp, making sure each piece is well coated to maximize flavor.
- Prepare the Parmesan Topping: In another bowl, combine the grated Parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, and chopped fresh parsley. This mixture will create a crispy and savory crust.
- Sprinkle the Topping: Evenly distribute the Parmesan breadcrumb mixture over the butter-coated shrimp for a golden, crunchy finish once baked.
- Bake the Shrimp: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 10–12 minutes, until the shrimp turn pink and opaque, and the breadcrumb topping becomes golden brown.
- Optional Broil for Crispiness: For an extra crunchy topping, switch your oven to broil and cook the shrimp for an additional 1–2 minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges to squeeze over the shrimp for a bright, citrusy zip.
Notes
- You can substitute panko breadcrumbs with regular breadcrumbs, although panko provides a lighter, crispier texture.
- For enhanced flavor, add a splash of white wine to the baking dish before placing it in the oven.
- If you prefer milder spice, omit the red pepper flakes.
- This recipe can easily be doubled for larger gatherings.
