Juicy shrimp baked in a rich garlic butter sauce with lemon, Parmesan cheese, and crispy golden breadcrumbs — this easy baked shrimp scampi is the perfect comforting seafood dinner for any night of the week!
Ingredients
- 1 ½ lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Lemon slices, for garnish
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
In a large bowl, combine the melted butter, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, white wine, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
Add the shrimp to the bowl and toss until evenly coated in the buttery garlic mixture.
Arrange the shrimp in a single layer in the prepared baking dish.
In a small bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and chopped parsley.
Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the shrimp.
Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through and the topping is golden brown.
For an extra crispy topping, broil for 1–2 minutes at the end of baking.
Garnish with fresh lemon slices and extra parsley before serving.
Serving Suggestions
Serve baked shrimp scampi with:
- Buttered pasta
- Steamed rice
- Garlic bread
- Roasted vegetables
- A fresh green salad
Tips
- Do not overcook the shrimp or they may become rubbery.
- Fresh garlic and lemon juice give the best flavor.
- Add mozzarella cheese for an extra cheesy version.
Enjoy this buttery, garlicky, restaurant-style shrimp scampi right at home! 🍤✨