Sheet Pan Garlic Butter Shrimp
A quick and easy seafood dish featuring shrimp baked in a rich garlic butter sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests.
Ingredients
For the Shrimp
- 1.5 pounds medium shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice or more, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly oil a baking sheet or coat it with nonstick spray.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, and Italian seasoning. Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
- Place the shrimp in a single layer onto the prepared baking sheet. Pour the butter mixture over the shrimp and gently toss to combine, ensuring all the shrimp are coated.
Cooking
- Bake in the oven until the shrimp are pink, firm, and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
Serving
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
Best served hot right out of the oven. Pair with rice, pasta, or a fresh salad. Squeeze some extra lemon juice on top for added flavor.