Description
Garlic Parmesan Roasted Shrimp is a quick and irresistible seafood dish that combines the succulent flavors of shrimp with rich garlic and cheesy goodness. Perfect for any occasion, from busy weeknights to elegant dinner parties, this recipe takes just 30 minutes to prepare and cook. The delightful aroma of roasted garlic mingling with melted Parmesan cheese will have everyone at the table clamoring for seconds. Serve it as an appetizer, over pasta, or in tacos for a versatile meal option that never disappoints.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (or olive oil)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine shrimp, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Toss until well coated.
- Melt butter or olive oil in a saucepan over low heat. Stir in half of the grated Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Pour the butter mixture over the shrimp and toss gently. Spread the shrimp evenly on a baking sheet.
- Roast in the preheated oven for about 8-10 minutes until shrimp are pink and opaque.
- Remove from the oven, sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley, then serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe (~113g)
- Calories: 227
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 411mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 178mg