Description

Ina Garten’s Baked Shrimp Scampi is a delightful and easy-to-make dish that combines the classic flavors of shrimp scampi with the simplicity of baking. The shrimp are bathed in a garlicky, buttery sauce and baked until golden and bubbly. It’s perfect for impressing guests at a dinner party or enjoying a cozy meal at home.

Ingredients

Large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
Olive oil
Butter
Garlic (minced)
Lemon (zested and juiced)
White wine (dry)
Fresh parsley (chopped)
Salt and pepper
Red pepper flakes (optional)

Bread crumbs (for topping)

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a baking dish with olive oil or non-stick spray.
Prepare the shrimp by placing them in a single layer in the baking dish.
Make the garlic butter sauce by melting butter and olive oil in a saucepan. Add garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes. Stir in white wine, lemon juice and zest, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Let it simmer for 3 minutes.
Pour the sauce over the shrimp, making sure they are well-coated.
Top with breadcrumbs and fresh parsley. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the shrimp are cooked through.

Serve immediately, optionally with lemon wedges and your favorite side dish.

Notes

Pasta Option: Serve the shrimp scampi over pasta for a full meal.

Spicy Option: Add more red pepper flakes to kick up the heat

Seafood Variations: You can substitute shrimp with scallops or lobster for a luxurious twist.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dinner, Seafood, Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American, Seafood

Keywords: Shrimp Scampi, Baked Shrimp, Ina Garten Recipe, Garlic Shrimp, Easy Shrimp Scampi