Garlic Parmesan Roasted Shrimp
A delightful dish of shrimp glazed with garlic butter and Parmesan, perfect for quick dinners or impressing guests.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Pescatarian
Ingredients
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- 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (or olive oil)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice (fresh squeezed preferred)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine the shrimp with minced garlic, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper in a large mixing bowl.
- Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat, then stir in half of the Parmesan cheese.
- Pour the butter and cheese mixture over the shrimp and toss.
- Spread the shrimp in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, until pink and opaque.
- Sprinkle with the remaining Parmesan cheese and parsley before serving.
- Serve immediately with pasta or crusty bread.
Notes
Ensure shrimp are well dried before mixing. Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
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