Description
Baked Garlic Parmesan Shrimp brings seaside flavors right to your dinner table with minimal effort. Crispy, golden shrimp emerge from the oven covered in a savory blend of garlic, parmesan, and herbs that make your taste buds dance with delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb (454 g) large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
Flavor Enhancers:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Garnish and Finishing:
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- ½ lemon, juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Coat a 9×13 inch baking dish with nonstick spray or parchment paper for effortless cleanup.
- Melt 3 tablespoons (45 ml) of unsalted butter in a large mixing bowl. Mince 3 fresh garlic cloves and add them to the butter.
- Add 1 pound (454 grams) of peeled and deveined large shrimp to the butter and garlic mixture. Sprinkle ½ teaspoon each of paprika, sea salt, and onion powder over the shrimp.
- Dust ¼ teaspoon of black pepper and optional ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes onto the shrimp. Toss the ingredients thoroughly to ensure every shrimp gets perfectly seasoned.
- Spread the seasoned shrimp in a single layer across the prepared baking dish. Ensure no shrimp overlap to guarantee even cooking.
- Generously scatter ½ cup (50 grams) of grated parmesan cheese over the entire shrimp surface, creating a delicious cheesy coating.
- Slide the dish into the preheated oven and bake for precisely 8-10 minutes until your shrimp turn completely pink and appear opaque.
- For a golden crispy top, switch your oven to broil and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- Remove the dish from the oven and immediately squeeze juice from half a lemon over the shrimp to brighten the flavors.
- Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of freshly chopped parsley across the top for a pop of color and fresh herb taste. Serve piping hot directly from the baking dish.
Notes
- Patting shrimp dry before seasoning ensures a crispy, golden exterior that locks in delicious flavor.
- Arrange shrimp in a single layer without overcrowding to help them brown evenly and prevent steaming.
- Grate fresh Parmesan cheese for the most robust and authentic taste compared to pre-packaged alternatives.
- For a gluten-free version, swap regular breadcrumbs with almond flour or gluten-free panko to maintain the crispy texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Baked
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 0.3 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0.2 g
- Protein: 17 g
- Cholesterol: 160 mg