Succulent Baked Garlic Shrimp – Easy, Elegant & Flavor-Packed
This baked garlic shrimp recipe is buttery, garlicky, and perfectly roasted in the oven for a simple yet show-stopping seafood dish. It’s ready in under 20 minutes and pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or crusty bread.
🛒 Ingredients (Servings: 4)
- 1½ lbs large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Lemon wedges, for serving
🍳 Instructions:
1️⃣ Preheat Oven:
🔥 Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish or line with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Prepare the Garlic Butter:
🧈 In a small bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper.
3️⃣ Arrange the Shrimp:
🦐 Place shrimp in a single layer in the baking dish. Pour the garlic butter mixture evenly over the shrimp, tossing gently to coat.
4️⃣ Bake:
⏲️ Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until shrimp are pink, opaque, and cooked through. Don’t overbake!
5️⃣ Finish and Serve:
🌿 Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges. Enjoy hot with pasta, rice, or warm bread for soaking up the sauce.
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💡 Helpful Tip:
Add a splash of white wine to the garlic butter before baking for extra depth of flavor and a more luxurious sauce!