Description
This Garlic Parmesan Roasted Shrimp recipe is a quick and flavorful dish featuring large shrimp tossed in a savory blend of garlic, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning, then roasted to perfection. It’s perfect as a main course or appetizer and pairs wonderfully with pasta, rice, or salad.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp and Seasoning
- 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined, tails on or off)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Garnish
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or lightly greasing it to prevent shrimp from sticking.
- Toss Shrimp with Seasonings: In a large bowl, combine the shrimp with olive oil, minced garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper flakes if using, salt, and black pepper. Toss until the shrimp are evenly coated with all the ingredients.
- Arrange Shrimp on Baking Sheet: Spread the seasoned shrimp in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they have space to roast evenly without overcrowding.
- Roast the Shrimp: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast the shrimp for 8 to 10 minutes, or until they turn pink, become firm, and are cooked through.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the shrimp from the oven immediately, garnish with freshly chopped parsley, and serve warm alongside lemon wedges to squeeze over the shrimp for added brightness.
Notes
- Serve the shrimp over pasta, rice, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- For an alternative cooking method, skewer the shrimp and grill them instead of roasting.
- To add extra crispness, broil the shrimp for the last 1–2 minutes of cooking.
