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.
📦 Amazon Must-Haves for Baked Shrimp Scampi
- 🍤 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.






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