Description
Garlic Parmesan Roasted Shrimp delivers a quick seafood dinner that sizzles straight from your oven with maximum flavor and minimum effort. Crispy edges, cheesy coating, and tender shrimp make this simple recipe a total weeknight winner.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
Cheese and Aromatics:
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Heat your oven to precisely 400F (200C) and prepare a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss the entire 1 pound of peeled shrimp with 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon paprika, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl until each shrimp is evenly coated.
- Arrange the seasoned shrimp across the baking sheet in a flat, single layer without overlapping to ensure even cooking.
- Generously sprinkle the full ¼ cup of grated Parmesan cheese over every shrimp, covering them completely.
- Slide the baking sheet into the preheated 400F oven and roast for exactly 10-12 minutes, watching carefully until the shrimp turn pink and curl slightly.
- Remove the sheet from the oven and let the shrimp rest for 1-2 minutes to finish cooking internally.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley just before serving for a bright, fresh finish.
Notes
- Select large, fresh shrimp for the best texture and flavor in this quick roasted dish.
- Line your baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Check shrimp at the 8-minute mark to avoid overcooking, which can make them tough and rubbery.
- For a low-carb option, serve the shrimp over cauliflower rice or with a crisp side salad instead of traditional grains.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Roasted
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 184 kcal
- Sugar: 0.2 g
- Sodium: 330 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2.4 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 195 mg