Ingredients
For the Shrimp:
- 1 ½ lbs large shrimp, peeled & deveined
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
For Serving:
- Lemon wedges
- Extra grated parmesan
- Crusty bread, pasta, or rice
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.
2. Prepare the Shrimp
- In a large bowl, toss shrimp with melted butter, olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, red pepper flakes, black pepper, and salt.
- Spread the shrimp out evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
3. Add Parmesan & Roast
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the shrimp.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
4. Garnish & Serve
- Remove from oven and sprinkle with fresh parsley.
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges and extra parmesan.
Notes
How to Serve Garlic Parmesan Roasted Shrimp
- As an Appetizer: Serve on a platter with cocktail forks.
- Over Pasta: Toss with fettuccine or spaghetti for a quick garlic parmesan shrimp pasta.
- With Rice or Quinoa: Pair with grains for a simple, satisfying meal.
- With Crusty Bread: Perfect for soaking up the garlicky butter sauce.