Juicy shrimp baked in a buttery garlic–Parmesan topping with a splash of lemon and herbs. Ready in 15 minutes!
⭐ Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled & deveined
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp melted butter
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ½ tsp paprika (optional, for color)
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
🧑🍳 Instructions
1. Prep the Shrimp
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat shrimp dry.
- Toss shrimp with olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
- Spread in a single layer on a baking dish.
2. Make the Garlic-Parmesan Mixture
In a small bowl, mix:
- Melted butter
- Minced garlic
- Parmesan
- Lemon juice
- Italian seasoning
- Paprika (optional)
Spoon or brush this mixture evenly over the shrimp.
3. Bake
Bake for 8–10 minutes, until the shrimp are pink, opaque, and lightly crisp on the edges.
(Optional: Broil for 1–2 minutes for extra golden Parmesan topping.)
4. Serve
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley
- Add lemon wedges on the side
- Enjoy over rice, pasta, or with crusty bread to soak up the buttery garlic sauce!
