Description
Baked Butter Lemon Shrimp is an easy and delicious way to make flavorful, buttery shrimp in no time. With just a few simple ingredients, this dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or as a tasty appetizer. The lemon and Italian seasoning elevate the shrimp to a whole new level of deliciousness!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 stick (1/2 cup) butter
- 1 lemon, sliced
- 1 lb fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 packet dry Italian seasoning mix
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the Pan: Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
- Melt the Butter: Place the butter in the pan and put it in the oven for a few minutes until melted.
- Layer the Lemon Slices: Remove the pan from the oven and arrange the lemon slices evenly over the melted butter.
- Add the Shrimp: Spread the shrimp over the butter and lemon slices in a single layer.
- Season: Sprinkle the dry Italian seasoning mix evenly over the shrimp.
- Bake: Bake for 15 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink, opaque, and cooked through.
- Serve: Serve immediately with crusty bread, rice, or pasta to soak up the delicious buttery sauce.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add a sprinkle of garlic powder or red pepper flakes.
- You can use fresh or frozen shrimp, but if using frozen shrimp, make sure they are thawed before cooking.
- Adjust the Italian seasoning to taste for a stronger or milder flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 190mg