Description
This Garlic Parmesan Baked Shrimp is a quick and flavorful dish perfect for weeknights or entertaining guests. Juicy shrimp are coated in a savory garlic parmesan sauce and baked until golden and bubbly. Serve it as an appetizer or pair it with sides for a complete meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails on or off)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika (optional, for extra flavor)
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for a spicy kick)
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (optional, for a fresh citrusy touch)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
- Prepare Shrimp: If not already cleaned, peel and devein the shrimp. You can leave the tails on for presentation or remove them.
- Make Garlic Parmesan Sauce: In a bowl, mix minced garlic, grated parmesan cheese, olive oil, salt, pepper, and optional paprika or red pepper flakes. Stir well to combine.
- Coat the Shrimp: Toss the shrimp in the garlic parmesan mixture until evenly coated.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Lay the shrimp in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake: Place the shrimp in the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until they are pink, opaque, and the sauce is bubbling.
- Garnish & Serve: Remove from the oven, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the shrimp, and sprinkle with chopped parsley. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, broil the shrimp for an additional 1-2 minutes at the end of baking.
- Keto-friendly option: Use almond flour to add a slight crunch.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5 minutes to maintain texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American, Italian
Nutrition
- Calories: ~250
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 30g