Baked Shrimp

Buttery baked shrimp tossed in lemon pepper and Old Bay seasoning keeps its classic yet flavorful. Toss and bake, that’s all there is to it!

Why this recipe works

This oven baked shrimp recipe is ready in less than 25 minutes. A combination of lemon pepper, garlic salt, and melted butter creates juicy, flavorful shrimp with hardly any prep involved. Serve over buttered noodles, alongside rice and roasted vegetables, tossed into burritos and tacos, or enjoy them as an appetizer!

Ingredients you will need

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Ingredient Info and Substitution Suggestions

SHRIMP – You will need 1 pound of large raw shrimp for this recipe. Frozen shrimp is perfectly fine, just be sure to thaw and pat it dry before beginning. You can remove the tails if you like. Tails are for presentation purposes or for using as a handle.

ADDITIONS – Butter, Old Bay seasoning, garlic salt, and lemon pepper are all you need to add a dose of flavor. Feel free to substitute with your favorite seasoning blend if desired, we also love it tossed in our homemade shrimp seasoning blend.

How to Make Baked Shrimp

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1. Preheat oven to 350 F. Place a wire rack on top of a baking sheet.
2. In a small bowl, combine butter, Old Bay, garlic salt, and lemon pepper.
3. Place shrimp into a large mixing bowl and pour on the butter mixture. Use gloved hands to toss the shrimp and butter mixture until coated well.
4. Place prepared shrimp onto wire rack.
5. Bake 10-13 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions & Expert Tips

To thaw shrimp quickly, place them in a sealed gallon-sized ziptop bag and submerge the shrimp in a bowl of cold water for around 20 minutes. Release as much air from the sealed bag before submerging to prevent them from floating. Do not use warm or hot water, which can prematurely cook the shrimp.

Store leftover baked shrimp in an air-tight container kept in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in a 350F oven on a baking sheet for 5-10 minutes, just until heated through. Be careful not to overcook the shrimp. You can cover the baking sheet with aluminum foil to prevent the shrimp from drying out.

Shrimp does not take long to cook, which also means it can easily be overcooked. The shrimp will curl and turn opaque with pink and orange hues when it is finished cooking. Overcooked shrimp are rubbery and tough in texture.

There is no set-in-stone way of cooking shrimp, it simply comes down to personal preference and what methods are available to you. We have recipes for grilled, fried, sauteed, baked, and air fryer shrimp. All of which are delicious, easy options!

Serving Suggestions

Serve baked shrimp with a side of roasted or steamed vegetables and rice. It’s also fantastic served over buttered noodles or wrapped in tacos. Enjoy!

More Shrimp Recipes

• Shrimp Pasta
• Grilled Shrimp
• Air Fryer Shrimp
• Garlic Butter Shrimp
• Steamed Shrimp

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