Baked Shrimp Scampi – Buttery, Garlicky, Oven-Baked Perfection

This Baked Shrimp Scampi is a quick, elegant dish loaded with juicy shrimp, garlic, butter, lemon, and a touch of white wine. Finished in the oven with a light golden topping, it’s perfect for weeknights or entertaining and pairs beautifully with pasta or crusty bread.

Ingredients (Servings: 4)

1½ pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
3 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup dry white wine (or chicken broth)
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko)
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Preheat and prep:
Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a baking dish and arrange shrimp in a single layer.

2️⃣ Make the scampi sauce:
In a bowl, whisk together melted butter, olive oil, garlic, white wine, lemon juice, lemon zest, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.

3️⃣ Assemble the dish:
Pour the sauce evenly over the shrimp, tossing lightly to coat.

4️⃣ Add the topping:
In a small bowl, combine breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle evenly over the shrimp.

5️⃣ Bake:
Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until shrimp are pink and cooked through and the topping is lightly golden.

6️⃣ Finish and serve:
Remove from the oven, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve immediately with pasta, rice, or crusty bread.

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🍤 Large Shrimp – Saves prep time and ensures even cooking.
🧄 Garlic Press – Makes prepping garlic quick and easy.
🍋 Lemon Zester – Adds bright citrus flavor.
🥄 Mixing Bowls – For combining sauce and topping.
🔥 Baking Dish – Perfect for oven cooking and serving.
🧀 Parmesan Cheese Block – Freshly grated melts and tastes better.

💡 Helpful Tip:
Don’t overcook the shrimp — they cook quickly and can turn rubbery. Pull them out as soon as they turn pink and opaque for the best texture.