Description
This Garlic Parmesan Roasted Shrimp recipe features succulent large shrimp tossed in a garlic butter sauce, sprinkled with Parmesan cheese, and roasted to perfection. It’s a quick, flavorful dish that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner or entertaining guests, combining rich garlic aroma and cheesy goodness with a tender shrimp texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp and Seasoning
- 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Butter and Cheese
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (or olive oil)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s hot and ready for roasting the shrimp evenly.
- Prepare Shrimp: In a mixing bowl, combine the peeled and deveined shrimp with minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Toss well to evenly coat the shrimp with these flavors.
- Melt Butter: In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Once melted, stir in half of the grated Parmesan cheese to create a rich garlic Parmesan butter sauce.
- Combine and Arrange: Pour the garlic Parmesan butter mixture over the seasoned shrimp and toss everything together until the shrimp are fully coated. Spread the shrimp in a single layer on a baking sheet to ensure even roasting.
- Roast Shrimp: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast the shrimp for 8-10 minutes, or until they turn pink and opaque, signaling they are cooked through.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the shrimp from the oven, sprinkle with the remaining Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley. Serve immediately for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Serve these roasted shrimp over pasta, rice, or alongside a fresh side salad for a complete meal.
- Pair the dish with crusty bread to soak up the delicious garlic Parmesan butter sauce.
- For milder garlic flavor, roast the shrimp for 8 minutes; for more intense flavor, allow the full 10 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Keywords: Garlic Parmesan Shrimp, Roasted Shrimp, Easy Shrimp Recipe, Garlic Shrimp, Parmesan Cheese, Quick Dinner, Seafood Recipe
