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Garlic Butter Baked Shrimp

Garlic Butter Baked Shrimp is a delightful, quick dish that combines succulent shrimp with a rich and aromatic garlic butter sauce. This recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests, delivering comfort and sophistication in every bite. Serve it warm with crusty bread or over a bed of rice to savor every drop of the buttery goodness.

  • Total Time: 22 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
  • 5 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter until bubbly. Add garlic and sauté for about one minute. Stir in lemon juice, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
  3. Place shrimp in the prepared dish and pour garlic butter sauce over them, ensuring even coating.
  4. Bake for 10-12 minutes until shrimp are pink and opaque.
  5. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately with crusty bread or over rice.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 150g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 4g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 220mg

Keywords: - For extra heat, increase red pepper flakes according to taste. - Substitute parsley with basil or cilantro for different flavor profiles. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and reheat gently in the oven to maintain tenderness.