Description
This Baked Shrimp Scampi recipe features large shrimp baked in a flavorful mixture of butter, olive oil, garlic, white wine, and lemon juice, topped with a crispy Parmesan and panko breadcrumb crust. It’s a delicious and easy-to-make seafood dish perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp and Marinade
- 1 ½ pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined with tails on
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup dry white wine or chicken broth
- Juice of 1 lemon
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Topping
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
To Serve
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the shrimp in a sufficiently hot environment for optimal crispiness and even cooking.
- Arrange the Shrimp: Place the peeled and deveined shrimp in a single layer in a baking dish ensuring they are evenly spaced for uniform cooking.
- Prepare the Marinade: In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, olive oil, minced garlic, white wine (or chicken broth if preferred), lemon juice, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to create a flavorful sauce.
- Coat the Shrimp: Pour the marinade evenly over the arranged shrimp so each piece is well-coated with the garlic lemon butter sauce.
- Mix the Topping: In another bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, and chopped fresh parsley to form the crunchy topping.
- Add the Topping: Evenly sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the shrimp, covering them to create a golden crust when baked.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque, and the breadcrumb topping becomes golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve the baked shrimp hot, garnished with lemon wedges alongside pasta, rice, or crusty bread as desired.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, substitute regular panko breadcrumbs with gluten-free panko breadcrumbs.
- If you prefer a non-alcoholic dish, use chicken broth instead of dry white wine.
- Adding an extra splash of fresh lemon juice before serving can enhance the brightness and flavor of the dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Italian
