Baked Shrimp Scampi
Make this easy Baked Shrimp Scampi recipe that’s all about juicy shrimp coated in a flavorful garlic butter sauce and topped with a crispy parmesan layer.
Servings: 6 serves
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 pounds large raw shrimp peeled, deveined (tails on or off)
- salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste
- ⅓ cup melted butter divided
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
- ⅓ cup pork panko crumbs or regular panko crumbs
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon sweet or smoked paprika or more, to taste
- fresh chopped parsley for garnish
- lemon wedges to serve
Instructions
- Prep. Preheat oven to 425˚F. Arrange the shrimp in a baking dish and season with salt and pepper.
- Make the butter sauce. Melt the butter in a bowl, then whisk the lemon juice, minced garlic, and minced parsley with the melted butter; pour half of the garlic butter mixture over the shrimp and stir the shrimp around until well combined. Arrange the shrimp in a single layer inside the baking dish. Set aside.
- Make the crumb topping. In a small mixing bowl, combine the remaining melted butter mixture, the pork panko crumbs, parmesan cheese, and paprika; mix well to combine. Sprinkle this crumb mixture evenly over the shrimp.
- Bake. Place the shrimp in the oven and bake for 12 minutes, or until bubbly. Set the oven to BROIL and cook for another minute or two, or until the top is golden and crispy.
- Finish and serve. Remove the baked shrimp from the oven. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- Baking Dish: Use a 9 x 13 dish and arrange the shrimp in one layer.
- Butter: To get 1/3 cup of melted butter, you'll need about 5 to 6 tablespoons, give or take, of solid butter.
- Crumb Topping: Spread the crumb topping uniformly over the shrimp for an even, golden crust.
- Watch While Broiling: Make sure the topping on the shrimp is crispy and golden but not burnt.
- Customize: Add chili flakes for spice, or experiment with your favorite seasonings and herbs.
Nutrition
Calories: 274kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 413mg | Sodium: 1358mg | Potassium: 147mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 546IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 274mg | Iron: 3mg
