Shrimp Scampi Bake: A Flavorful, Bubbly Seafood Delight
If you’re craving something that’s both elegant and easy to prepare, Shrimp Scampi Bake is a recipe that delivers rich, buttery flavors with minimal effort. It’s a crowd-pleasing dish featuring tender shrimp baked in a garlicky lemon-butter sauce, topped with a crispy golden crust. Perfect for dinner parties, holidays, or weeknight indulgence, this dish captures all the bright and savory flavors of classic shrimp scampi—without the fuss of standing over a stove.
Below is a step-by-step guide to making the perfect Shrimp Scampi Bake.
🦐 Ingredients You’ll Need
(Serves 4–6 people)
- 1 pound (450g) large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 stick (½ cup) unsalted butter, melted
- 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
- ¾ cup Panko breadcrumbs (or regular breadcrumbs)
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Cooked pasta, rice, or crusty bread, for serving
🧂 Step 1: Prepare the Shrimp
Start by rinsing the shrimp under cold water and patting them dry with paper towels. Removing excess moisture helps them cook evenly and prevents the dish from becoming watery. If your shrimp are very large, you can slice them in half lengthwise for a better bite-size texture.
Arrange the shrimp in a single layer in a lightly greased baking dish (a 9×13-inch pan works perfectly).
🧈 Step 2: Make the Lemon-Garlic Butter Sauce
In a small saucepan or mixing bowl, combine:
- Melted butter
- Minced garlic
- Lemon juice and zest
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Red pepper flakes (if using)
Stir until the mixture is fully combined and aromatic. This sauce will infuse the shrimp with that signature scampi flavor—bright, buttery, and slightly tangy.
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