Description
Magic Crispy Baked Shrimp are a delightful seafood dish featuring tender shrimp coated in golden, crispy panko breadcrumbs with savory Parmesan and garlic. This easy-to-make recipe offers a healthier alternative to fried shrimp, perfect as an appetizer or main course.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a shallow dish, mix together panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over the shrimp and toss to coat.
- Dip each shrimp into the breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly to coat evenly.
- Arrange the coated shrimp on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, ensuring they are in a single layer.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the shrimp are golden brown and crispy.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- For best results, pat the shrimp dry before coating to help the breadcrumbs adhere.
- Do not overcrowd the baking sheet to ensure even crisping.
- Shrimp cook quickly; watch them closely to avoid overcooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 4-5 shrimp)
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg