Description
This Garlic Parmesan Baked Shrimp recipe offers a quick and flavorful seafood dish featuring large shrimp baked under a golden, cheesy breadcrumb topping infused with garlic, parsley, and a hint of paprika. Perfect as a weeknight dinner or elegant appetizer, it combines rich butter, sharp Parmesan, and crispy panko for an irresistible texture and taste.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp and Seasoning
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- Salt and pepper to taste
Butter and Garlic
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Topping
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Serving
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Prepare Shrimp: Arrange the peeled and deveined shrimp in a single layer in the baking dish. Season them with salt and pepper evenly to enhance flavor.
- Add Garlic Butter: In a small bowl, combine the melted unsalted butter with the minced garlic. Drizzle this mixture evenly over the shrimp to infuse them with rich garlic flavor.
- Make Topping: In a separate bowl, mix together the grated Parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, chopped parsley, paprika, and optionally, red pepper flakes to add a bit of heat. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the shrimp to create a flavorful crust.
- Bake Shrimp: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque and the topping becomes golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve immediately, garnished with lemon wedges for squeezing over each portion to add a fresh, bright contrast to the rich dish.
Notes
- Use fresh shrimp if possible for best flavor, but frozen shrimp can be thawed and used as well.
- Adjust red pepper flakes according to desired spice level or omit for a milder dish.
- For a gluten-free option, substitute panko breadcrumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs or crushed nuts.
- This dish pairs well with steamed vegetables, rice, or a simple side salad.
- Do not overcook the shrimp to keep them tender and juicy.
