This Baked Butter Lemon Shrimp is a simple and delicious way to enjoy shrimp! With a buttery lemon sauce and a hint of Italian seasoning, it’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a light appetizer.
Prep Time:5 minutes
Cook Time:15 minutes
Total Time:20 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Seafood, Dinner, Appetizer
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American, Mediterranean
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
1 stick (1/2 cup) butter
1 lemon, sliced
1 lb fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 packet dry Italian seasoning mix
Instructions
Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Prepare the pan: Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
Melt the butter: Place the butter in the pan and put it in the oven for a few minutes until melted.
Layer the lemon slices: Remove the pan from the oven and arrange the lemon slices evenly over the melted butter.
Add the shrimp: Spread the shrimp over the butter and lemon slices in a single layer.
Season: Sprinkle the dry Italian seasoning mix evenly over the shrimp.
Bake: Bake for 15 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink, opaque, and cooked through.
Serve: Serve immediately with crusty bread, rice, or pasta to soak up the delicious buttery sauce.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can add a sprinkle of garlic powder or minced garlic before baking.
Serve with fresh herbs like parsley or thyme for added freshness.
If you prefer a bit of heat, add some red pepper flakes on top before baking.