Description
This Baked Shrimp with Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce is a quick and flavorful seafood recipe featuring large shrimp coated in a zesty garlic lemon butter sauce, then baked to tender perfection. It’s an easy and elegant dish perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp
- 1 1/2 lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tail-on or off)
Sauce
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease or line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
- Prepare the shrimp: Spread the peeled and deveined shrimp in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Season them evenly with salt and pepper to enhance the flavor.
- Make the garlic lemon butter sauce: In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir thoroughly to blend all the flavors.
- Coat the shrimp: Pour the garlic lemon butter sauce evenly over the shrimp, making sure each piece is well-coated to absorb the delicious sauce during baking.
- Bake the shrimp: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink, are opaque, and cooked through. Shrimp should reach an internal temperature of 145°F for safe consumption.
- Garnish and serve: Remove the shrimp from the oven and sprinkle freshly chopped parsley on top for a burst of color and freshness. Serve hot with lemon wedges for extra brightness and tang.
Notes
- Use fresh or frozen shrimp; if frozen, thaw completely before cooking for even baking.
- Adjust red pepper flakes according to your preferred spice level or omit for a milder dish.
- Serve with crusty bread or over a bed of rice or pasta to make it a complete meal.
- Do not overcook shrimp to avoid rubbery texture; watch closely during baking time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
