Baked Shrimp Scampi in Foil Packets
User Reviews
4.2
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
316 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
International
Baked Shrimp Scampi in Foil Packets
Description
This recipe prepares shrimp by coating them in a sauce made from melted butter, finely minced garlic, dry white wine, salt, and pepper, along with optional red pepper flakes for gentle heat. Individual portions are assembled by placing shrimp with the garlic butter mixture on parchment then sealing in foil packets with some ventilation left.
Baking at 425°F for 10-12 minutes steams the shrimp inside the packets, keeping them tender and moist without overcooking. After baking, fresh lemon juice is squeezed over the shrimp to brighten flavors without bitterness. Optional parsley adds a fresh finish.
Serving immediately is ideal to enjoy the shrimp’s texture and flavor. Leftovers can be refrigerated for a couple of days or frozen for longer storage, with reheating recommended over the stovetop to maintain texture. Using pre-peeled, deveined shrimp saves prep time, and quality butter and fresh garlic contribute essential savory notes.
Variations include seasoning changes like Cajun or Old Bay for a different flavor profile. Adding lemon after cooking preserves its brightness.
Ingredients
- 1 ¼ - 1 ½ lbs. Shrimp peeled, deveined, 20-count/pound
- 6 Tbsp. butter salted, melted
- 4 cloves garlic finely minced
- 3 Tbsp. dry white wine or chicken broth
- ½ tsp. salt to taste
- ¼ tsp. red pepper flakes to taste
- ¼ tsp. black pepper to taste
- 1 Tbsp. lemon juice freshly squeezed
- parsley optional
- See this recipe in Meal Plan #6
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
- Make the Sauce: In a small bowl whisk together the melted butter, garlic, wine, salt, and peppers.
- Add Shrimp to Packets: Tear off 4 strips of aluminum foil that are about 10 inches long and 4 strips of parchment paper that are slightly shorter. Place the foil on the counter followed by the piece of parchment paper. Add 6-8 shrimp to the center of of the parchment paper. Pour ¼ of the garlic butter mixture over shrimp. Bring the longer edges of the foil and paper together and twist until just closed. (It’s OK to leave a little gap for ventilation while baking.) Roll up the shorter sides to make a foil packet. Repeat with the remaining shrimp and sauce to make 4 packets.
- Bake in Oven: Place shrimp scampi foil packets on a baking sheet and bake in preheated oven for 10-12 minutes.
- Add Lemon and Serve: Once shrimp are done cooking, open the packets and squeeze lemon juice over the shrimp and serve with fresh parsley. Enjoy!
Notes
- For fastest prep, use deveined shrimp with tails removed.
- Serve shrimp immediately after baking for best texture and taste.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container refrigerated up to 2-3 days or freeze for up to 12 months with proper wrapping.
- Reheat shrimp gently in a skillet over medium heat to maintain texture; microwave may make it rubbery.
- Add fresh lemon juice after baking to avoid bitterness.
- Try variations by adding Cajun or Old Bay seasoning for different flavor profiles.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 316 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 316kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 29g | 58% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Cholesterol | 404mg | 135% |
| Sodium | 1504mg | 63% |
| Potassium | 125mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 645IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 8.2mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 216mg | 22% |
| Iron | 3.1mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.2
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