Description
This magic crispy baked shrimp delivers all the flavor of fried shrimp with a light, golden crunch—oven-baked and perfectly seasoned for an easy and elegant seafood dish.
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
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In a bowl, toss shrimp with melted butter, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
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In another bowl, mix panko and Parmesan.
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Dredge shrimp in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.
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Arrange shrimp on a lined baking sheet in a single layer.
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Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until shrimp are cooked through and breadcrumbs are golden.
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Serve immediately with lemon wedges.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, broil the shrimp for an additional 1–2 minutes at the end.
- Add cayenne pepper to the breadcrumb mix for a spicy kick.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American