Baked Lemon-Pepper Shrimp

Baked Lemon-Pepper Shrimp
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    5 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    15 mins
  • SERVING
    8 People
  • VIEWS
    9

Succulent shrimp infused with bright citrus notes and a peppery kick, baked to perfection in a buttery sauce. This dish is incredibly simple to prepare and delivers an explosion of flavor, perfect as an appetizer or a light meal.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    2 g
  • Cholesterol
    203 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    19 g
  • Saturated Fat
    8 g
  • Sodium
    374 mg
  • Sugar
    1 g
  • Fat
    13 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step
5 mins

Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). (5 minutes)

02

Step
2 mins

Arrange the shrimp in a single layer in a glass baking dish. (2 minutes)

03

Step
3 mins

Drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle with lemon juice, minced garlic, lemon-pepper seasoning, and lemon zest. (3 minutes)

04

Step
1 mins

Top evenly with slices of butter. (1 minute)

05

Step
1 mins

Sprinkle the chopped parsley evenly over the shrimp. (1 minute)

06

Step
8 mins

Bake in the preheated oven until the shrimp are bright pink and opaque, approximately 5 to 10 minutes. (5-10 minutes)

For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes.
Serve immediately over pasta, rice, or with a side of crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
Freshly squeezed lemon juice is highly recommended for the best flavor.
Adjust the amount of lemon-pepper seasoning to your preference. Start with less and add more after tasting if desired.

Joan Wilderman

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 5.0/ 5 ( 3 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Maynard Kub

    I used jumbo shrimp and had to bake it for a couple of minutes longer, but it was worth it!

  • Glennie Dubuque

    My family loved this! It's definitely going into our regular rotation.

  • Meaghan Will

    This recipe was so easy and the shrimp came out perfectly! The lemon-pepper flavor was spot on.

  • Ron Larsonmayer

    I added a splash of white wine to the baking dish and it made the sauce even more delicious!

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