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A delicious baked shrimp dinner served in a skillet.

Quick Zesty Herb Baked Shrimp

This Quick Zesty Herb Baked Shrimp recipe delivers succulent, flavorful shrimp with minimal effort, perfect for a fast and healthy meal. In just minutes, you can enjoy perfectly cooked shrimp infused with aromatic herbs and a zesty kick.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 180 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Medium Bowl

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 pound Large Shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes optional
  • Salt to taste
  • Black Pepper to taste

Garnish (Optional)

  • Fresh Parsley chopped, for garnish, optional
  • Fresh Lemon for squeezing, optional

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a medium bowl, combine shrimp with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, oregano, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper; toss to coat evenly.

Baking & Serving

  • Spread the seasoned shrimp in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring not to overcrowd.
  • Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until shrimp turn opaque pink and curl into a C-shape, being careful not to overcook.
  • Remove from oven, garnish with fresh parsley and a squeeze of fresh lemon if desired, then serve immediately.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the shrimp for 15-20 minutes before baking. Adjust red pepper flakes to your spice preference.