Description
Crispy Baked Shrimp with Garlic Parmesan Topping is a flavorful and easy-to-make seafood dish featuring tender shrimp coated in a crunchy, savory mixture of garlic, parmesan, and breadcrumbs. Baked to golden perfection, this recipe delivers a perfect balance of textures and tastes, ideal for quick dinners, appetizers, or party snacks.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp
- 1 lb medium-sized peeled and deveined shrimp
Garlic Parmesan Topping
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (panko for extra crunch or regular)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Optional: 1 tbsp chopped fresh herbs (parsley, basil, or thyme)
- Optional: red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper for heat
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s perfectly hot for crisping the shrimp and browning the topping.
- Prepare the Shrimp: Rinse and pat dry the peeled and deveined shrimp. Arrange them evenly spaced on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper for easy cleanup and even cooking.
- Mix the Garlic Parmesan Topping: In a bowl, combine freshly minced garlic, grated parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and any optional herbs or spices. Mix until all ingredients are evenly coated and form a cohesive mixture.
- Coat the Shrimp: Spoon the garlic parmesan mixture generously over each shrimp. Press down lightly to help the topping adhere firmly throughout baking.
- Bake to Perfection: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes or until the topping turns golden brown and the shrimp become pink and opaque. Watch closely near the end to prevent burning.
Notes
- Use fresh or properly thawed shrimp for the best texture and taste.
- Line the baking sheet with parchment paper to keep the topping crispy and for easier cleanup.
- Press the topping firmly onto the shrimp to prevent it from falling off during baking.
- Keep an eye on the shrimp near the end of cooking to avoid burning the parmesan crust.
- Serve immediately out of the oven to enjoy the optimal crunch and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz shrimp with topping
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 190 mg
Keywords: shrimp, seafood, baked shrimp, garlic parmesan, crispy shrimp, appetizer, gluten free, quick dinner