Oven Garlic Shrimp 

This Oven Garlic Shrimp is a quick and flavorful seafood dish that combines succulent shrimp with a rich garlic butter sauce. Ready in just 20 minutes, it's perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. The dish is aromatic, buttery, and can be served as an appetizer, main course, or tossed into pasta for added flair.

Full Recipe:

Ingredients 

• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined

• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

• 6 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 teaspoon paprika

• 1 teaspoon lemon juice

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

• Lemon wedges (for serving)

 Directions

1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Prepare the Garlic Butter Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, paprika, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir until well mixed.

3. Coat the Shrimp: Add the shrimp to the bowl and toss them gently in the garlic butter mixture until evenly coated.

4. Arrange on Baking Sheet: Spread the coated shrimp in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

5. Bake the Shrimp: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.

6. Garnish and Serve: Remove the shrimp from the oven, sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley, and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

 Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

• Calories: Approximately 250 kcal

• Protein: 25 g

• Total Fat: 15 g

• Saturated Fat: 7 g

• Cholesterol: 150 mg

• Carbohydrates: 2 g

• Dietary Fiber: 0 g

• Sugars: 1 g

• Sodium: 200 mg