If you’ve got shrimp and a bit of butter, this dish will quickly become your new go-to. These baked shrimp are juicy, full of garlic flavor, and topped with a crispy, cheesy crust that you’ll want to scoop up with a spoon — or better yet, a piece of bread.
This is one of those recipes that feels fancy but is incredibly easy. You mix a few ingredients, toss everything in a pan, and bake. No need to stand over the stove. No mess. Just a comforting, flavorful dish that’s ready in under 30 minutes.
What Makes It So Good?
- All-in-one pan – no sautéing, no flipping
- Bold flavor – garlic, lemon, butter, and a touch of wine
- Crispy topping – panko and parmesan make it golden and crunchy
- Fast to prep – you’ll be in and out of the kitchen in no time
- Pairs with anything – serve with bread, pasta, or a salad
What You’ll Need
Shrimp:
Use large shrimp, peeled and deveined. Frozen is fine, just thaw and pat them dry.
Sauce:
Butter, garlic, lemon juice, white wine (or broth), salt, and pepper.
Topping:
Panko breadcrumbs, grated parmesan, olive oil, and a little salt.
Garnish (optional):
Chopped parsley and lemon wedges.
How to Make Baked Shrimp in Garlic Butter Sauce
1. Preheat your oven
Set it to 430°F (220°C). While it heats, place the wine and a few tablespoons of butter in your baking dish. Pop that in the oven for 10 minutes — this helps the flavor come alive.
2. Season the shrimp
Toss them with lemon juice, garlic, melted butter, salt, and pepper. It’s okay if the butter firms up — it’ll melt again in the oven.
3. Make the topping
Mix panko, parmesan, olive oil, and a pinch of salt in a bowl.
4. Layer and bake
Take the dish out of the oven, add the shrimp, and spread them out in a single layer. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly on top.
5. Bake and broil
Bake for about 12 minutes, then turn on the broiler for 1 to 2 minutes until the topping is golden.
6. Serve hot
Sprinkle with parsley and serve with lemon wedges. Don’t forget some crusty bread for that amazing sauce!
Tips
- If you don’t have wine, chicken broth works fine.
- Panko gives a better crunch than regular breadcrumbs.
- Keep an eye on the shrimp — they cook fast.
- Want extra garlic? Add an extra clove or two.
Baked Shrimp in Garlic Butter Sauce
Ingredients
Shrimp:
- 1 lb 500g large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp pepper
- 5 tbsp unsalted butter divided
- ¾ cup dry white wine or chicken broth
To Serve:
- Fresh parsley optional
- Lemon wedges
- Bread or pasta
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 430°F (220°C).
- Add wine and 2.5 tbsp of butter to a 9×13-inch baking dish. Bake for 10 minutes.
- Mix shrimp with lemon juice, garlic, remaining butter (melted), salt, and pepper.
- In a separate bowl, combine panko, parmesan, salt, and olive oil.
- Take the dish from the oven. Add shrimp in a single layer. Top with the breadcrumb mix.
- Bake for 12 minutes, then broil for 1–2 minutes to brown the topping.
- Garnish with parsley. Serve with lemon wedges and bread for dipping.
Notes
- You can use medium shrimp; just reduce bake time by 2–3 minutes.
- Make sure shrimp are dry before baking or the sauce will get watery.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days and reheated gently.
I have not made this baked shrimp yet but I will tonight, I need to pick up a couple things from the store, but it has to be delicious, just by the ingredients. Thank you so much you always have great recipes