Words can’t best describe how mighty TASTY this one-pan shrimp dinner is. It’s better than any fancy restaurant plate I’ve tried. Plus, the homemade version comes together in less than 30 minutes! And if you’re a busy mom, too, that’s a major win!! What I like most about this baked shrimp recipe is that you don’t need fancy, hard-to-find ingredients. Simplicity never tasted so good. Isn’t it true that the easiest recipes are many times the tastiest?
Recipe Ingredients
Baked Shrimp Breadcrumb Topping
How to Make Baked Shrimp
Make the Sauce
Preheat the oven to 350℉/177℃. Mix – Microwave butter, chicken stock, garlic, and Creole seasoning for about 30 seconds or until butter melts. Add the lemon juice. Or heat the ingredients in a small skillet and cook over medium-high for 30 seconds or until the butter melts and is fragrant. Then add lemon juice and set aside. Season – Add shrimp in a large bowl and lightly season it with salt and pepper. Pour in the butter mixture and thoroughly mix.
Assemble and Bake
Arrange the Shrimp – Place shrimp in a single layer in a shallow 9×13 baking dish or 12-inch cast iron skillet. Breadcrumb Topping – Combine breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, and melted butter and evenly spread over the shrimp for an extra tasty topping. Bake – Transfer the dish or oven-proof skillet to the oven and bake for 12-15 minutes or until the shrimp is cooked through. Broil – Increase the oven setting to broil, and broil the shrimp for 1-2 minutes or until the crumbs turn slightly brown. Serve – Remove from the oven, garnish with lemon wedges, and sprinkle with parsley. Serve immediately.
Recipe Variations
Tips and Tricks
Make-Ahead Instructions
As much as I love making meals in advance, this shrimp dish is out of the conversation. I seriously wouldn’t want you to make it ahead of time and somehow dig into some rubbery shrimp. Baked shrimp is best enjoyed straight off the oven. Although, you can prep the shrimp by peeling and deveining them before storing them in the freezer.
Serving and Storage Instructions
Leftovers keep well in the fridge for 3-4 days, but make sure that you store them in an airtight container. To freeze, put the leftovers in a freezer-safe container. They’ll keep for 3 months. Simply reheat them in a hot skillet with a bit of butter. Top with salads, pasta, or casseroles with this deliciousness.
What to Serve With Baked Shrimp
Almost any side dish is amazing with baked shrimp. Pasta salad, dinner rolls, and sauteed mushrooms are a good start. Homemade garlic bread and rice pilaf offer more dinner options. And white wine or a zesty pineapple lemonade make great beverage choices.
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Conclusion
This super easy baked shrimp recipe is one-of-a-kind, especially with its crunchy crumb toppings. Would you like more delicious dinner recipes? Subscribe to my newsletter for more. This blog post was originally published in April 2017 and has been updated with additional tips and new photos.
