Lemon Butter Baked Shrimp

Lemon Butter Baked Shrimp
Lemon Butter Baked Shrimp with garlic and Italian seasoning

Lemon Butter Baked Shrimp is a simple oven dinner with raw shrimp, melted butter, garlic, lemon, Italian seasoning, parsley, and black pepper. The shrimp bake directly over lemon slices, so the buttery sauce picks up citrus flavor while the seafood cooks.

This recipe is especially useful when you want something quick that still feels a little special. There is no separate sauce to make and no need to stand at the stove. The main thing to watch is the shrimp itself, because shrimp can go from tender to overcooked quickly.

Why This Baked Shrimp Recipe Works

  • Fast prep: The butter, garlic, lemon, and seasoning go straight into the baking dish.
  • Big flavor from simple ingredients: Lemon and garlic balance the richness of the melted butter.
  • Hands-off cooking: Once assembled, the oven does the rest.
  • Easy to serve: Spoon the buttery pan juices over rice, pasta, vegetables, or crusty bread.

Ingredient Notes

Raw shrimp: Peeled and deveined shrimp are easiest here. Pat them dry before arranging them in the dish so the butter sauce does not become watery.

Butter and garlic: Melted butter creates the base of the sauce while fresh garlic adds savory flavor. Spread the butter mixture across the dish so every shrimp gets some of the sauce.

Lemon: Sliced lemon under the shrimp infuses the pan juices as everything bakes. Extra lemon at the table is useful if you like a brighter finish.

Tips for Tender Baked Shrimp

  • Use shrimp that are similar in size so they cook evenly.
  • Arrange the shrimp in a single layer rather than stacking them.
  • Start checking near the end of the baking time. Shrimp are done when they are opaque and curled but not tightly contracted.
  • Serve soon after baking for the best texture.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound raw shrimp, cleaned, peeled, and deveined
  • 8 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 packet Good Seasons Italian all-natural seasoning
  • 1 1/2 lemons, sliced into rounds
  • 1 tablespoon dried parsley
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper

How to Make Lemon Butter Baked Shrimp

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. Mix the melted butter and minced garlic, then pour the mixture into a glass baking dish and spread it across the bottom.
  3. Arrange the lemon slices in a single layer over the butter.
  4. Place the cleaned shrimp over the lemon slices.
  5. Sprinkle the Italian seasoning evenly over the shrimp.
  6. Add the dried parsley and black pepper.
  7. Bake uncovered for about 15 minutes, or until the shrimp are cooked through.
  8. Serve warm with the lemon-butter pan juices spooned over the shrimp.

Storage and Reheating

Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a skillet or low oven just until warm. Avoid prolonged reheating, which can make shrimp rubbery.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use frozen shrimp?

Yes, but thaw them completely and pat them dry before assembling the dish.

What can I serve with lemon butter shrimp?

Rice, pasta, roasted potatoes, vegetables, salad, or crusty bread all work well with the buttery pan sauce.

More Easy Shrimp Recipes

Try Baked Cajun Shrimp, Crispy Fried Shrimp, or One Pan Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo. Find more in the Seafood collection.