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Baked Shrimp with Fennel and Feta over Penne
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Baked Shrimp with Fennel and Feta over Penne

Whether you're entertaining or relaxing, this recipe hits the spot.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
25 mins
Additional Time
2 hrs
Total Time
2 hrs 40 mins
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Greek

Ingredients

Shrimp Marinade Ingredients:
  • 15 Shrimp deveined and tails removed, large
  • lemon finely chopped, zest of one
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • black pepper to taste, sea salt
  • salt to taste, sea salt
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
Other Ingredients:
  • 1 tbsp olive oil divided
  • 1 fennel bulb diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • ¼ cup chicken stock or white wine
  • 1 .5 oz diced tomatoes canned
  • ½ tsp basil dried
  • ½ tsp balsamic vinegar
  • Pinch crushed red pepper
  • black pepper to taste, sea salt and freshly ground
  • salt to taste, sea salt and freshly ground
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs fresh
  • 3 tbsp parsley chopped, fresh
  • ¼ cup feta cheese
  • penne pasta cooked per package instructions, (optional)

Instructions

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  1. Marinate the shrimp by combining all ingredients in a large zip-lock bag and refrigerate for 2 hours.
  2. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees and position the rack in the center of the oven.
  3. In a large OVENPROOF skillet, heat 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil. Once the oil is warm add the fennel and cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly softened and lightly browned, 7 to 8 minutes. Add the minced garlic and sauté, stirring constantly for 45 seconds.
  4. Add the tomatoes and their juices, chicken broth, dried basil, balsamic vinegar, and crushed red pepper then season with salt and fresh cracked pepper. Simmer for 15 minutes. Spread the tomato mixture into an even layer in the skillet.
  5. Prepare the breadcrumbs by mixing the breadcrumbs, 2 tablespoons of parsley, feta, remaining 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil, sea salt, and fresh cracked pepper to taste.
  6. Arrange the shrimp in a single layer on the tomato mixture and sprinkle with the breadcrumb mixture.
  7. Bake until the shrimp are cooked through and the cheese is melted. 10-12 minutes.
  8. Garnish with the remaining parsley. Enjoy.