Description
This Baked Italian Shrimp Lemon recipe features succulent shrimp seasoned with a dry Italian dressing mix, bathed in melted butter, and baked on a bed of fresh lemon slices. It’s a simple yet flavorful seafood dish perfect for a quick dinner or elegant appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp and Seasoning
- 12 oz bag of shrimp, thawed, cleaned, dried, and deveined
- 1 package of dry Italian dressing mix
- 1 stick of butter, melted
- 2 large lemons, sliced into thin rounds
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the shrimp.
- Melt butter and prepare shrimp: In a medium-sized bowl, melt the stick of butter and add the prepared shrimp to it.
- Season shrimp: Sprinkle the dry Italian dressing mix over the shrimp and gently toss to evenly coat all pieces.
- Prepare baking dish: Line the bottom of a baking dish with thinly sliced lemon rounds to infuse the shrimp with citrus flavor during baking.
- Arrange shrimp: Pour the shrimp and butter mixture over the lemon slices and spread the shrimp in a single layer to ensure even cooking.
- Bake shrimp: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 20 minutes, or until the shrimp turn opaque and are fully cooked through.
- Cool and serve: Remove the dish from the oven and allow the shrimp to cool slightly before serving to enjoy the flavors at their best.
Notes
- Make sure shrimp are fully thawed, cleaned, and deveined for best texture and taste.
- Adjust baking time slightly depending on the size of the shrimp to avoid overcooking.
- Serving the shrimp on lemon slices adds a bright flavor and prevents sticking.
- Butter can be substituted with olive oil for a lighter option.
- This dish pairs well with a side of steamed vegetables, rice, or crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Keywords: baked shrimp, Italian shrimp recipe, lemon shrimp, easy seafood dinner, Italian dressing shrimp
