Description
This Parmesan Crusted Garlic Shrimp recipe features succulent large shrimp coated in a flavorful blend of Parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, and smoked paprika, then baked to golden, crispy perfection. Enhanced with garlic and fresh parsley, it’s a quick and easy main course ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions, served with bright lemon wedges for a zesty finish.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp and Coating
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined with tails on
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs (use gluten-free breadcrumbs for gluten-free option)
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Garnish
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Toss Shrimp with Olive Oil and Garlic: In a large bowl, combine the peeled and deveined shrimp with olive oil and minced garlic, tossing until each shrimp is evenly coated with the mixture to infuse flavor.
- Prepare Parmesan Coating: In a separate bowl, mix together grated Parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to create a flavorful crust mixture.
- Coat Shrimp with Parmesan Mixture: Dredge each shrimp individually in the cheese and breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly so the coating adheres well to the shrimp.
- Arrange Shrimp on Baking Sheet: Place the coated shrimp in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they do not overlap for even cooking and crisping.
- Bake Shrimp: Bake the shrimp in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, until cooked through and the crust turns golden and crispy.
- Optional Broil for Extra Crispiness: For an extra crispy finish, broil the shrimp for 1-2 minutes at the end of baking, watching carefully to avoid burning.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove shrimp from the oven, sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley, and serve immediately with lemon wedges for squeezing over the top.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, broil the shrimp for 1-2 minutes after baking.
- You can substitute panko breadcrumbs with regular breadcrumbs but expect a slightly different texture.
- Use gluten-free breadcrumbs to make this recipe gluten-free.
- Ensure shrimp are not overcrowded on the baking sheet to allow even cooking and browning.
- This recipe works well as a quick main or appetizer.
