Description
Enjoy this wonderfully simple Baked Garlic Parmesan Shrimp, a dish that proves less is more. Tender shrimp are coated in a rich blend of melted butter, fragrant garlic, and savory Parmesan cheese, then baked until golden. Topped with a layer of crispy panko, this one-pan recipe is incredibly easy to make and delivers pure, delicious flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup panko bread crumbs
Instructions
- Prep and Preheat Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and arrange a rack in the middle position. Pat the peeled and deveined shrimp completely dry with paper towels. This step is crucial for getting the shrimp to roast perfectly.
- Create the Garlic Parmesan Sauce In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, olive oil, and minced garlic. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until it’s combined into a thick sauce.
- Coat the Shrimp Add the dried shrimp to the bowl with the sauce and toss gently until every shrimp is evenly coated. Spread the shrimp in a single, even layer on a large, rimmed baking sheet, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Sprinkle the panko breadcrumbs evenly over the top.
- Bake to Perfection Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 6 to 8 minutes. The shrimp are done when they are pink, opaque, and have curled into a ‘C’ shape. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Don’t Crowd the Pan: Spreading the shrimp in a single layer with space between each one allows them to roast in the dry heat, creating a perfect texture. If your pan is too full, use a second baking sheet.
- Pat the Shrimp Dry: Removing all excess moisture from the shrimp is key. It helps the sauce cling better and allows the shrimp to get a beautiful roasted finish rather than becoming watery.
- Extra Plump Shrimp Trick: For noticeably plumper shrimp, you can soak them in a solution of 1 teaspoon of baking soda and 1 cup of water for 15 minutes. Rinse them thoroughly and pat completely dry before using.
- Make it a Meal: Turn this into a one-pan dinner by adding quick-cooking vegetables like asparagus or bell peppers. Toss the vegetables separately with a little oil, salt, and pepper, and roast them for 5-10 minutes before adding the shrimp to the pan to finish cooking together.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 265 mg
- Fat: 29 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 31 g
- Cholesterol: 280 mg
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