Magic Crispy Baked Shrimp for Effortless Weeknight Delight

Enjoy this Magic Crispy Baked Shrimp, an effortless dish that combines buttery, lemony, and garlicky flavors in just 30 minutes.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Seafood

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Shrimp

1 pound jumbo shrimp peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons lemon juice fresh is best
2 cloves garlic minced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper

For the Sauce

1/2 cup dry white wine or chicken/vegetable broth
4 tablespoons unsalted butter melted

For the Topping

1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese or Grana Padano
1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

Oven
Baking Dish
Mixing bowl

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
In a baking dish, combine the dry white wine and 2 tablespoons of melted unsalted butter. Bake for 10 minutes.
In a mixing bowl, combine the remaining melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Toss the shrimp in this mixture.
In another bowl, mix together panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and 2 tablespoons of melted butter.
Layer the coated shrimp in a baking dish and sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over them.
Bake for about 12 minutes, then broil for an additional 2 minutes for extra crunch.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure each shrimp is fully coated in the butter mixture for maximum flavor. Fresh ingredients enhance the taste significantly.

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