Garlic Parmesan Baked Shrimp
This Garlic Parmesan Baked Shrimp recipe features succulent shrimp baked in a buttery garlic and Parmesan cheese mixture. Simple to prepare and ready in just about 30 minutes, this dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive appetizer.
Equipment
- 1 baking dish (9x13 inch)
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 rubber spatula or wooden spoon
- 1 oven mitts
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
- lemon wedges for serving Optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the bowl and toss until they are evenly coated in the garlic butter mixture.
- Transfer the shrimp to a baking dish, spreading them out in a single layer.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the shrimp.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, until the shrimp are pink and opaque and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a minute. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side, if desired.
Notes
For a bit of heat, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic butter mixture.
You can serve this dish over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread to soak up the flavors.