Description
Mediterranean-inspired magic baked shrimp in lemon butter sauce radiates coastal charm with zesty garlic and herb notes. Simple ingredients combine effortlessly, delivering a restaurant-quality seafood experience you’ll savor to the last delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (454 g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
- ¾ cup (180 ml) chicken broth
- 5 tbsps (75 ml) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) lemon juice
- ¾ cup (60 g) panko breadcrumbs
- 1.5 tbsps (22 ml) olive oil
- ¼ cup (25 g) Parmesan cheese, shredded
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ tsp salt
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat: Crank the oven to a sizzling 430°F, creating the ideal thermal environment for seafood transformation.
- Liquid Foundation: Infuse a casserole dish with chicken broth and half the melted butter, roasting for 10 minutes to concentrate and intensify the flavor profile.
- Shrimp Preparation: Lavishly coat shrimp with remaining melted butter, aromatic garlic, zesty lemon juice, and a strategic sprinkle of salt and pepper, ensuring comprehensive flavor absorption.
- Assembly: Remove the pre-heated dish and strategically arrange shrimp across the reduced liquid landscape, guaranteeing uniform heat distribution and maximum flavor infusion.
- Crispy Topping: Craft a textural masterpiece by blending panko breadcrumbs with Parmesan cheese, introducing olive oil and a whisper of salt to create a golden, crunchy armor.
- Culinary Transformation: Blanket the shrimp with the breadcrumb mixture, then return to the oven for 12 minutes until shrimp turn opaque and succulent.
- Final Flourish: Activate the broiler for 1-2 minutes, monitoring closely to achieve a stunning golden-brown crust without scorching the delicate seafood.
- Presentation: Serve immediately, potentially adorning with fresh herbs or vibrant lemon wedges to elevate the dish’s sensory experience and visual allure.
Notes
- Optimize Oven Temperature: Ensure precise 430°F for perfect shrimp cooking, preventing overcooking or undercooking.
- Master Liquid Reduction: Pre-heating the broth concentrates flavors, creating a rich base that enhances the overall dish’s depth.
- Control Breadcrumb Browning: Watch carefully during broiling to achieve golden-brown crust without burning, which can ruin the delicate shrimp texture.
- Serve Immediately: Enjoy right after cooking to maintain the crispy topping and preserve the shrimp’s tender, succulent texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 200 mg