Description
This Magic Crispy Baked Shrimp recipe offers a deliciously easy and quick way to enjoy shrimp with a crunchy panko and Parmesan topping. Perfectly seasoned with garlic, smoked paprika, and a hint of heat from crushed red pepper flakes, it makes a flavorful main course ideal for weeknight dinners. Baked to golden perfection, this dish is juicy inside with a crispy crust outside, garnished with fresh parsley and served with tangy lemon wedges.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp and Seasoning
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails on or off)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Breading
- 1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Garnish and Serving
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the shrimp.
- Season the shrimp: In a large bowl, combine the shrimp with olive oil, minced garlic, smoked paprika, crushed red pepper flakes (if using), kosher salt, and black pepper. Toss well to coat the shrimp evenly with the seasoning mixture.
- Arrange shrimp in a baking dish: Spread the seasoned shrimp in a single layer on a baking dish or sheet pan to ensure even cooking.
- Prepare the breadcrumb topping: In a separate small bowl, mix together the panko breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese until well combined.
- Add the topping: Sprinkle the breadcrumb and Parmesan mixture evenly over the shrimp, covering them thoroughly to create a crispy crust when baked.
- Bake the shrimp: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque, and the topping becomes golden brown and crispy.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from oven, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the shrimp, and serve immediately with lemon wedges for a bright, zesty finish.
Notes
- Do not overbake the shrimp to keep them juicy and tender.
- For extra crispiness, broil the shrimp for the last 1–2 minutes of cooking, watching closely to prevent burning.
- Use gluten-free panko breadcrumbs as a substitute to make the recipe gluten-free.
- Ensure shrimp size is consistent for even cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About one-quarter of the recipe
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 170mg
