Baked Shrimp Scampi

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This easy baked shrimp scampi is bursting with rich, buttery flavors combined with a touch of Dijon mustard for added depth. Perfect for a weeknight meal or as a crowd-pleaser at dinner parties, the simple ingredients and fast cook time make this dish a go-to favorite. With its garlic, lemon, and parsley sauce, this shrimp bake offers a fresh and vibrant flavor that pairs beautifully with pasta or fresh bread.

Prep Time25

Cook Time15

Total Time40

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Keyword: Baked Shrimp, Easy Shrimp Dinner, Shrimp Bake, Shrimp Recipe, shrimp scampi

Cooking Method: Baked

Diet: Gluten-Free, Low Carb

Servings:

Calories: 288kcal

Author: MelanieCooks.com

Equipment

Baking dish shallow
Small saucepan
Measuring Spoons
Oven

Ingredients

2 pounds medium raw shrimp shelled, deveined, tails on
1 cup butter
2 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tbsp garlic chopped
1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine butter, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic, and chopped parsley. Stir occasionally until the butter is fully melted. Remove from heat.
Lay the shrimp in a shallow baking dish in a single layer.
Pour the melted butter sauce over the shrimp, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
Once the shrimp are cooked, remove from the oven and serve immediately with your favorite side or pasta.

Notes

For a crispy topping, sprinkle breadcrumbs over the shrimp before baking.
Serve the shrimp scampi bake with a side of garlic bread to soak up the delicious buttery sauce.

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