Garlic Lemon Butter Baked ShrimpJuicy shrimp baked in a zesty garlic-lemon butter sauce—simple, fast, and packed with flavor. Perfect as a main dish, side, or appetizer!⸻Prep Time: 10 minsCook Time: 15 minsTotal Time: 25 minsServings: 4Calories: ~220 per servingIngredients1 lb large shrimp (peeled & deveined, tails on)4 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)3 cloves garlic (minced)1 lemon (juiced & sliced for garnish)1/2 tsp paprika1/2 tsp Italian seasoningSalt & black pepper to tasteFresh parsley (chopped for garnish)Instructions1. Preheat Oven:Set oven to 400°F (200°C).2. Prepare the Sauce:In a small bowl, mix melted butter, garlic, lemon juice, paprika, and Italian seasoning.3. Assemble in Baking Dish:Arrange shrimp in a single layer in a baking dish.Pour the butter mixture evenly over the shrimp.Sprinkle with salt and pepper.4. Bake:Bake uncovered for 12–15 minutes, or until shrimp are pink and opaque.5. Garnish & Serve:Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.Pro Tip:Serve over rice, pasta, or with crusty bread to soak up that buttery garlic goodness!Light, flavorful, and irresistibly buttery—this shrimp dish is a total weeknight winner!
