Description
Garlic parmesan shrimp comes together faster than your favorite takeout, delivering restaurant-quality flavor straight from your kitchen. Crispy, golden shrimp coated in a savory blend of parmesan and garlic make this quick dinner a total weeknight winner.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
Seasoning and Aromatics:
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Coating and Binding:
- ¼ cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Heat your oven to precisely 400°F, ensuring the rack is centered for even cooking.
- Whisk 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 4 minced garlic cloves, salt, and pepper in a medium mixing bowl.
- Drop 1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp into the marinade, gently tossing until every piece gets coated evenly.
- Blend ½ cup grated parmesan cheese with ¼ cup breadcrumbs in a separate small bowl.
- Arrange marinated shrimp in a single layer across a clean baking sheet, spreading them without overlapping.
- Generously sprinkle the parmesan-breadcrumb mixture over each shrimp, covering them completely.
- Slide the baking sheet into the preheated oven and bake exactly 12-15 minutes until shrimp turn opaque and firm.
- Remove from oven and immediately scatter fresh chopped parsley across the golden-brown shrimp.
- Serve hot directly from the baking sheet for maximum flavor and crispy texture.
Notes
- Use large, fresh shrimp for the best texture and flavor in this dish.
- Pat the shrimp completely dry before marinating to help the coating stick better and achieve a crispy exterior.
- For a gluten-free version, swap regular breadcrumbs with almond flour or gluten-free panko.
- Keep a close eye on the shrimp while baking, as they can quickly become tough and rubbery if overcooked.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Baked
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 23 g
- Cholesterol: 195 mg