Description
A quick and easy shrimp scampi bake with a buttery Dijon mustard and lemon sauce, perfect for a weeknight dinner. Serve over pasta for a delicious, flavorful meal.
Ingredients
- For the Shrimp:
- 2 pounds medium raw shrimp (shelled, deveined, with tails attached)
- For the Butter Sauce:
- 1 cup butter
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped garlic
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
- Prepare the Butter Sauce: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the butter, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic, and chopped parsley. Stir until the butter melts completely, then remove from heat.
- Prepare the Shrimp: Arrange the shrimp in a shallow baking dish. Pour the butter mixture evenly over the shrimp, ensuring they are well-coated.
- Bake the Shrimp: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes or until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
- Serve: Serve the shrimp scampi hot, ideally over a bed of spaghetti or your favorite pasta.
Notes
- For added flavor, sprinkle with extra chopped parsley before serving.
- Serve with a side of garlic bread for the ultimate shrimp scampi experience.
- If you prefer a spicier dish, add red pepper flakes to the butter sauce for a kick.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 190mg
