Crispy Baked Shrimp
Succulent shrimp baked in a garlic butter and white wine sauce, topped with a crisp parmesan-panko crust. An elegant yet simple seafood dish perfect for weeknights or entertaining.
4 Servings
Ingredients
For the Shrimp:
- 1 pound jumbo shrimp peeled and deveined
- ½ cup dry white wine
- 4 tablespoons ½ stick unsalted butter, melted
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 3 garlic cloves minced
For the Topping:
- ¾ cup panko breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley finely chopped
Instructions
Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). While the oven heats, combine the white wine and 2 tablespoons of melted butter in a 13×9-inch baking dish. Distribute evenly across the bottom of the dish.
Warm the Dish:
- Place the prepared baking dish in the oven during the preheating process. Allow it to remain in the oven for approximately 10 minutes to slightly reduce the wine and heat the dish.
Prepare the Shrimp Mixture:
- In a separate mixing bowl, combine the lemon juice, garlic, remaining melted butter (2 tablespoons), salt, and black pepper. Add the peeled shrimp to the bowl and toss until evenly coated.
Prepare the Topping:
- In a separate small bowl, stir together the panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, salt, and melted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Assemble the Dish:
- Carefully remove the hot baking dish from the oven. Arrange the seasoned shrimp in a single layer in the pan. Sprinkle the prepared panko mixture evenly over the shrimp.
Bake:
- Return the dish to the oven and bake for approximately 12 minutes, or until the shrimp are fully cooked and opaque.
Broil for Crispness:
- Switch the oven to broil. Broil the dish for an additional 2–3 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and crisp. Monitor closely to avoid burning.
Garnish and Serve:
- Remove the dish from the oven and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley. Allow the shrimp to rest for 5 minutes before serving to absorb the flavors.
Notes
To make this recipe gluten-free, substitute the regular panko breadcrumbs with certified gluten-free panko or crushed gluten-free crackers. All other ingredients are naturally gluten-free; however, always verify the labels of wine and cheese for gluten-related additives.