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Lemon Butter Baked Shrimp

This comforting lemon butter baked shrimp dish is quick and easy to prepare, filling your kitchen with a bright, citrusy aroma. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 lb raw shrimp, cleaned, peeled, and deveined
  • 8 tbsp melted butter (unsalted) Use unsalted butter to control salt
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic gives an extra flavor boost
  • 1 packet Good Seasons Italian all-natural seasoning
  • 1.5 lemons, sliced into circles Thin slices work best
  • 1 tbsp dried parsley leaves For a fresh green finish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Pour the melted butter into the bottom of a 9×13-inch (23×33-cm) baking dish.
  3. Lay the lemon slices evenly over the butter.
  4. Arrange the shrimp in a single layer on top of the lemons.
  5. Sprinkle the minced garlic and Italian seasoning evenly over the shrimp.
  6. Dust the top with dried parsley.
Cooking
  1. Bake for 12–15 minutes until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
  2. Spoon the buttery lemon juices over the shrimp before serving.

Notes

For added flavor, consider adding red pepper flakes or swapping dried herbs for fresh herbs.