Description
Garlic Parmesan Roasted Shrimp is a flavorful and easy-to-make seafood dish that’s perfect for a quick appetizer or a main course. Tender shrimp are coated in a savory mixture of garlic, Parmesan cheese, and herbs, then roasted to perfection. This dish is sure to impress with its delicious flavors and elegant presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp:
- 1 ½ pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails on or off)
Seasoning:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Prepare the shrimp: In a large bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, minced garlic, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Roast the shrimp: Spread the shrimp on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or lightly greased. Roast in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes until pink, firm, and cooked through.
- Finish and serve: Remove from the oven, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve warm with lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with pasta, rice, or a fresh salad.
- For extra crispiness, broil the shrimp for an additional 1–2 minutes at the end of roasting.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Main Course
- Method: Roasting, Oven
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 6 oz shrimp
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 610 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 29 g
- Cholesterol: 210 mg
