Ingredients
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- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon paprika (optional, for a little kick)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix melted butter, garlic, parsley, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and paprika. Add shrimp and toss to coat.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the shrimp.
- Transfer shrimp to a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until shrimp are pink and cheese is bubbly.
- Serve hot, garnished with parsley if desired.
Notes
- For extra flavor, let the shrimp marinate in the mixture for 30 minutes before baking.
- Serve with crusty bread or over pasta for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 200mg