Butter Parmesan Baked Shrimp
User Reviews
5
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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
305 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Butter Parmesan Baked Shrimp
Description
Butter Parmesan Baked Shrimp combines large, raw shrimp with melted butter or olive oil, kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, and grated Parmesan cheese. The shrimp is arranged in a single layer on a broiler-safe baking sheet, coated evenly, and baked in a 400°F oven until cooked through, typically about 8 minutes. An optional brief broil can brown the Parmesan for added texture.
The shrimp become tender and opaque with a gentle cheesy crust that enhances their natural flavor. The garlic powder and red pepper flakes provide mild aromatic and spicy notes without overpowering the delicate seafood. The use of melted butter or olive oil helps keep the shrimp moist during baking.
This dish is best served immediately, either as a main dish or appetizer. Leftovers can be reheated gently or eaten cold with complementary dipping sauces like cocktail sauce or sriracha mayo. The recipe includes tips for defrosting frozen shrimp properly and suggests substituting olive oil if shrimp are too cold to avoid butter re-solidifying.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pound Shrimp large, peeled and deveined, raw
- ¼ cup butter melted; or olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt or ½ teaspoon of any other salt, including Morton kosher salt, Diamond Crystal brand
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Arrange the shrimp in a single layer on a large, rimmed, broiler-safe baking sheet.
- Pour the melted butter or olive oil on the shrimp and toss to coat.
- Sprinkle the shrimp with kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, crushed red pepper, and grated parmesan.
- Bake until the shrimp are pink and opaque, about 8 minutes. If you want the parmesan to brown, finish by broiling them for about 1 minute.
- Transfer the shrimp to a serving platter and spoon the pan juices over them. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Defrost shrimp in cool water, replacing water once or twice, until fully thawed, then drain and pat dry.
- If shrimp are very cold, use olive oil instead of butter to avoid butter hardening on contact.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat gently at low microwave power or serve cold with sauces.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 305 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 0.25recipe | |
| Calories | 305kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 36g | 72% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Sodium | 706mg | 29% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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