Description
Crispy Baked Shrimp with Panko & Garlic features tender shrimp coated in a golden, crunchy panko breadcrumb mixture infused with fresh garlic and Parmesan cheese. This quick and healthy baked shrimp recipe offers a satisfying texture, bold flavor, and is perfect for appetizers or main dishes. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s ideal for busy weeknights or entertaining guests with an irresistible garlicky crunch.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Coating
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (or gluten-free breadcrumbs/crushed nuts for gluten-free option)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (or Pecorino Romano/Asiago as variations)
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Others
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for brushing) or 1 beaten egg (optional for better adhesion)
- Lemon juice (for serving, optional)
- Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Shrimp: Rinse and pat dry the shrimp thoroughly to remove any excess moisture, ensuring the coating will stick well and become crispy.
- Mix the Coating: In a bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, minced garlic, grated Parmesan, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Toss everything together until evenly mixed.
- Coat the Shrimp: Lightly brush each shrimp with olive oil or dip briefly in beaten egg. Press each shrimp into the panko mixture, coating generously on all sides for maximum crunch.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the coated shrimp in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or on a lightly greased wire rack set over a baking sheet for better air circulation and even crisping.
- Bake to Perfection: Bake in a preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for 10-12 minutes, turning the shrimp once halfway through cooking, until the coating is golden and crispy and the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
Notes
- Dry your shrimp thoroughly before coating to ensure crispiness.
- Use fresh minced garlic for the best flavor.
- Avoid overcrowding the baking sheet to allow even cooking and crisping.
- Use a wire rack for baking to get extra crispy shrimp by allowing air circulation all around.
- Watch the shrimp closely during baking to avoid overcooking and rubbery texture.
- Substitute panko with gluten-free breadcrumbs or crushed nuts to make the recipe gluten-free.
- Optional variations include adding cayenne pepper or smoked paprika for heat, or mixing fresh herbs like parsley, thyme, or basil into the coating.
- Drizzle with melted lemon garlic butter after baking for added richness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (about 6-7 shrimp)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0.3 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 165 mg