Sheet Pan Garlic Butter Shrimp
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Dig into the ultimate weeknight feast: my sheet-pan garlic butter shrimp—ready in 20 minutes with minimal cleanup, and oh-so-delicious with a crusty baguette or tossed with pasta!
This garlic butter shrimp is a lifesaver on those nights I have to hit the kitchen running. It’s ready in just twenty minutes, I always have the ingredients on hand, and it’s a hit with the whole family—plus, cleanup’s a breeze. It’s essentially a quicker, fuss-free take on my classic shrimp scampi with pasta recipe. You’ve got a few options for serving. Pair it with a baguette to soak up the garlicky butter sauce, or for a heartier meal, toss it with pasta. It works great as an appetizer too; just keep the tails on for easy nibbling and set out plenty of napkins.
“So easy and delicious, it was the talk around the table all night!”
What You’ll Need To Make Garlic Butter Shrimp
- Extra large or jumbo shrimp: For ease and freshness, I recommend using frozen jumbo shrimp labeled “simple peel and deveined.” Unless you leave near the coast, the “fresh” shrimp you see in the seafood case at the supermarket is typically thawed frozen shrimp, so for the freshest shrimp, you’re better off buying it frozen and defrosting it yourself.
- Olive oil: Used to coat the shrimp before roasting, olive oil not only prevents sticking but also contributes a subtle, fruity undertone that enhances the shrimp’s natural flavor.
- Garlic: Adds a crucial layer of flavor, giving the dish its signature garlicky aroma and taste.
- Butter: Added to the pan after roasting, it melds with the shrimp’s juices and the garlic to create a rich, luxurious sauce that’s delicious with fresh bread or pasta.
- Parsley and lemon wedges: For serving, parsley offers a fresh, herby flavor and pop of color, while lemon adds brightness to the dish.
- Jump to the printable recipe for precise measurements
Step-by-Step Instructions
Begin by tossing the shrimp with olive oil, salt, pepper and garlic directly on a baking sheet.
Roast in the oven for about 8 minutes, until pink.
Add the butter directly to the hot baking sheet and toss with the shrimp until melted.
Sprinkle with a bit of parsley if desired and serve with lemon wedges.
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Sheet Pan Garlic Butter Shrimp
Dig into the ultimate weeknight feast: my sheet-pan garlic butter shrimp—ready in 20 minutes with minimal cleanup, and oh-so-delicious with a crusty baguette or tossed with pasta!
Ingredients
- 2 pounds extra large or jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined, thawed if frozen
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- Pinch freshly chopped parsley, for garnish (optional)
- Lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and set an oven rack in the middle position.
- Place the shrimp on a baking sheet and toss with the olive oil, salt, pepper and garlic. Roast for about 8 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and just cooked through. Immediately add the butter directly on the hot baking sheet and stir until melted. Transfer the shrimp and butter sauce to a serving dish and sprinkle with a bit of fresh parsley, if desired. Serve with lemon wedges.
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Nutrition Information
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- Per serving (6 servings)
- Calories: 218
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated fat: 6 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Sugar: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 21 g
- Sodium: 857 mg
- Cholesterol: 211 mg
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Gluten-Free Adaptable Note
To the best of my knowledge, all of the ingredients used in this recipe are gluten-free or widely available in gluten-free versions. There is hidden gluten in many foods; if you're following a gluten-free diet or cooking for someone with gluten allergies, always read the labels of your ingredients to verify that they are gluten-free.
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Prepared this easy recipe two nights in a row because it is delicious. One of my favorites, easy to prepare and so flavorful! Thanks Jen!!
Fast, easy and a life saver. I pinched a nerve in my neck during the night and woke up very stiff and with limited move ability. But, it’s my day to make dinner. I took some broccoli (added oil, minced garlic, salt and pepper) and baked it on a sheet pan for 6 minutes @ 450. Then lowered the heat to 350, added the shrimp and baked for 6 minutes, then added the butter. I had a bag of garlic noodles, cooked them up and tossed the entire “mess” – It Was Fantastic!! My daughter and son-in-law came into the kitchen surprised I was able to make dinner, they were prepared for peanut butter and jelly! Thanks Jenn. Another recipe you knocked out of the park. So looking forward to your next cookbook!
What an excellent & delicious fast food recipe! The shrimp cooks in 6-8 minutes & served over angel hair pasta which only takes 2 minutes – fabulous! I added a green salad and dinner (which my husband went crazy for!) was done!
Once again my favorite Chef knocked it out of the park!
Hi Jenn,
Your recipes are a favorite in my family! My daughter -in-law, who is not that comfortable with her cooking skills, loves your recipes because you give clear step-by-step instructions and pictures! It’s helped her feel very confident. I first prepared the Sheet Pan Garlic Butter shrimp at Christmas for those who didn’t want to eat prime rib. They were a hit!! I’ve prepared them several times since then for guests. Just delicious! I’m all about easy AND delicious. Thank you Jenn fur all your wonderful recipes.
I love this recipe for shrimp. I actually add make a double batch of the sauce and use my mortar and pestle to crush the garlic so it tastes really savory. I also add extra white wine and lemon and shake the shrimp in a bag with bread crumbs before placing them in the pan. I make white rice and make a bed with the rice, then place the shrimp on top. Delicious!!!! Thank you again for another wonderful recipe Jen. It is definitely a keeper!!!!
This is my new favorite shrimp recipe. Incredibly easy, fast, and super flavorful. I served it to guests, along side steaks for a surf-n-turf entree. I had the tray of seasoned shrimp ready to go, but didn’t put it in the oven until the steaks were finished and resting. The timing ended up perfect, with the shrimp being ready just when the steaks were ready to serve. And the garlic butter from the shrimp was a lovely accompaniment to the beef. I’ll be making this for guests often because it’s so impressive yet completely fool-proof.
This was so easy and so delicious. Have made repeatedly and always is great
Delicious and super easy and fast to make! I have several shrimp scampi recipes I have tried before but will now only make this shrimp recipe!
Another delicious recipe that is a go to especially when I’m short on time! I can have this meal on the table from start to finish in 20 minutes. The flavors are just perfect and my family requests this often. Thanks for another great recipe Jenn!
Simple and easy, a perfect quick entree. My husband, a picky eater, loved it.
My go-to dinner recipe! So easy and fast!