Cheesy Baked Shrimp
Introduction
Cheesy Baked Shrimp is the kind of comforting dish that feels both elegant and cozy at the same time. Tender shrimp are gently cooked in a fragrant lemon-garlic butter sauce, tossed with pasta, and finished under a generous layer of melted mozzarella and Parmesan. As it bakes, the cheese turns golden and bubbly, filling your kitchen with an irresistible aroma. It’s perfect for a family dinner, yet impressive enough to serve when guests come over. Fresh, creamy, and deeply satisfying, this recipe is guaranteed to become a favorite.
Ingredients
For the Shrimp & Pasta
- 680 g (1½ lb) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 450 g (1 lb / 16 oz) pasta (penne, rotini, cavatappi, or similar)
For the Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce
- 60 ml (¼ cup / 2 fl oz) extra virgin olive oil
- 113 g (½ cup / 4 oz) unsalted butter
- 6–8 garlic cloves, minced (about 18 g / 0.6 oz)
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 60 ml (¼ cup / 2 fl oz) fresh lemon juice
- 120 ml (½ cup / 4 fl oz) chicken or vegetable broth
- 30 g (½ cup loosely packed / 1 oz) fresh parsley, chopped (plus extra for garnish)
- ½ teaspoon (3 g) salt, or to taste
- ¼ teaspoon (1 g) freshly ground black pepper
- ¼–½ teaspoon (1–2 g) crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
For the Cheese Topping
- 113 g (1 cup / 4 oz) shredded low-moisture mozzarella
- 100 g (1 cup / 3.5 oz) grated Parmesan cheese
Procedure
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