Garlic Parmesan Roasted Shrimp
Garlic Parmesan Roasted Shrimp is a quick, flavorful recipe made with buttery garlic, melted parmesan, and juicy oven-roasted shrimp. Perfect for busy nights, appetizers, or topping pasta, salads, and bowls.
Ingredients
For the Shrimp:
- 1 lb large raw shrimp peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Pat the shrimp dry and place them in a mixing bowl.
- Add olive oil (or melted butter), garlic, parmesan, lemon zest, paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
- Arrange the shrimp in a single layer on the baking sheet.
- Roast for 8–10 minutes or until shrimp turn pink and slightly golden around the edges.
- Remove from the oven, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- Don’t overcook the shrimp; they become rubbery quickly.
- Freshly grated parmesan melts better and clings to the shrimp.
- Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Frozen shrimp work—just thaw and pat dry well.
Nutrition
Calories: 185kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 23gFat: 9gSodium: 540mgSugar: 1g
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!
