Garlic Butter Lemon Baked Shrimp

Tender shrimp are baked in a rich garlic butter lemon sauce that comes together in minutes. This light yet flavorful dish is perfect for busy weeknights and pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or crusty bread for soaking up every drop of the buttery sauce.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails optional)
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Arrange the shrimp in a single layer in the baking dish.
3. In a bowl, whisk together the melted butter, garlic, lemon juice, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
4. Pour the garlic butter sauce evenly over the shrimp.
5. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese if using.
6. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
7. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Serving Suggestions

• Buttered angel hair pasta
• Steamed white rice
• Garlic bread
• Roasted asparagus
• Fresh green salad

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

12 minutes

Total Time

22 minutes

Servings

4–6 servings