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There’s something special about seafood recipes that just seem to make everyone happy.

Maybe it’s the delicate flavor or the fact that they’re so easy to prepare. But whatever the reason, this lemon butter baked shrimp recipe is a real hit with everyone who tries it.

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This Lemon Butter Baked Shrimp is one to keep handy. It is filled with great lemon and butter flavors that combine with the succulent taste of shrimp.

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This baked shrimp recipe is quick and easy to make and only takes a few moments to bake the shrimp.

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If you do make it, Be sure to let us know how it turns out in the comments below.

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Here’s Why we love This Recipe

This recipe is healthy, but we absolutely love the baked shrimp because it is delicious and super easy to make.

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What type of shrimp should I use for the Lemon butter-baked shrimp?

I must say that I do prefer the Jumbo Shrimp with this recipe. There are multiple types though, you could use regular if you cannot find Jumbo shrimp.

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What type of Lemon butter should I use?

There really are so many types of Lemon butter available. They each have their own signature taste. I can say that you should choose a lemon butter with a lemon that is high in acidity. It makes the flavor of the Shrimp pop.

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Can I use a different seasoning for the Baked Lemon Butter Shrimp?

Of course you can change it to your favorite seasoning. This could mean you switch to a Cajun Butter shrimp or a different type of citrus and butter.

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What temperature should I cook the shrimp at?

When you want your shrimp to remain succulent and juicy, the temperature should be at least 425*. Be sure to baste the shrimp somewhat as you are baking the Lemon Butter Baked Shrimp.

How do you know when the Lemon Butter Baked Shrimp is done?

Using a food thermometer, the shrimp should be at 160* to be considered fully cooked. Any higher than that and the shrimp will likely be rubbery and tough.

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Ingredients:

  • Shrimp
  • Butter
  • Garlic
  • Good Seasons Italian all-natural seasoning
  • Lemon, sliced into circles
  • Dried parsley leaves
  • Black pepper
Lemon Butter Baked Shrimp ingredients

How to make Lemon Butter Baked Shrimp:

Step1: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

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Step 2. In a small bowl, mix the melted butter with minced garlic, and pour into a 9×111 inch glass casserole dish, spreading it all over the bottom of the dish.

In a small bowl, mix the melted butter with minced garlic, and pour into a 9×111 inch glass casserole dish, spreading it all over the bottom of the dish.

Step 3. Arrange the lemon slices on top of the butter, forming a single layer.

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Arrange the lemon slices on top of the butter, forming a single layer.

Step 4. Arrange the cleaned and deveined shrimp on top of the lemon slices.

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Arrange the cleaned and deveined shrimp on top of the lemon slices.

Step 5. Sprinkle the Italian Seasoning over the shrimp.

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Sprinkle the Italian Seasoning over the shrimp.

Step 6. Sprinkle the parsley flakes and pepper on top of that.

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Step 7. Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.

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Lemon Butter Baked Shrimp

Prep Time: 10minutes minutes

Cook Time: 15minutes minutes

Total Time: 25minutes minutes

Servings: 4 people

This lemon butter baked shrimp recipe is easy to make and perfect for a quick and tasty weeknight meal.

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Ingredients 

  • 1 lb. raw shrimp, cleaned, peeled and deveined
  • 8 Tbs. butter, 1 stick, melted
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced (my addition)
  • 1 packet of Good Seasons Italian all natural seasoning
  • 1 1/2 lemon, sliced into circles
  • 1 Tbs. dried parsley leaves
  • 1 tsp. black pepper, ground

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