Description
A delicious and easy garlic butter shrimp bake featuring tender shrimp cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce, perfect for a quick dinner or special occasion.
Ingredients
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a medium bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes. Stir well to combine.
Place the shrimp in a single layer in a 9×9 inch baking dish or similar oven-safe dish.
Pour the garlic butter mixture evenly over the shrimp, tossing gently to coat all the shrimp.
Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the shrimp.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
Remove from the oven and sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the top.
Serve immediately with crusty bread or over rice, if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes