Baked Shrimp Scampi With Bread Crumbs Recipe
This Baked Shrimp Scampi With Bread Crumbs recipe brings together juicy shrimp, garlic butter, lemon, and golden breadcrumbs in a quick oven-baked dish. Perfect for seafood lovers seeking a fast and flavorful meal. A crowd-pleasing weeknight dinner with minimal prep and big flavor!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Italian-inspired
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
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3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
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3 tbsp olive oil
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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Juice of 1 lemon
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Zest of 1 lemon
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Salt and pepper to taste
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½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
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¾ cup breadcrumbs (Panko or Italian style)
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2 tbsp chopped parsley
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2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
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In a bowl, combine melted butter, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, zest, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
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Toss shrimp in the mixture, then arrange in a single layer in a baking dish.
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In a separate bowl, mix breadcrumbs, parsley, and Parmesan cheese.
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Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the shrimp.
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Bake for 12-15 minutes or until shrimp are pink and breadcrumbs are golden.
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Broil for 1-2 minutes if extra crispiness is desired.
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Serve immediately with lemon wedges or over pasta/rice.
Notes
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Use fresh or thawed shrimp for best texture.
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Can be prepped ahead and baked just before serving.
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Great with linguine or crusty bread for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 610mg