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Easy Baked Butterfly Shrimp

An effortless and delicious shrimp dish with a crispy breadcrumb coating, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs Panko breadcrumbs can be used for extra crunch.
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Cut the shrimp along the back to butterfly them, then lay them flat on a baking sheet.
  3. In a bowl, mix the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, melted butter, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. Coat each shrimp with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
Cooking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until shrimp are cooked through and breadcrumbs are golden.
  2. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

For best results, monitor the shrimp closely while baking to avoid overcooking.