Enjoy a flavorful and easy Baked Shrimp Scampi With Bread Crumbs recipe! Succulent shrimp are tossed in a buttery garlic sauce, topped with crispy golden breadcrumbs, and baked to perfection. A perfect seafood dish for dinner parties or weeknight meals!
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
3 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup dry white wine (or chicken broth)
¾ cup panko bread crumbs
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
Salt and pepper, to taste
Red pepper flakes (optional)
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a bowl, combine the melted butter, olive oil, minced garlic, white wine, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
Arrange the shrimp in a single layer in a baking dish.
Pour the butter-garlic mixture evenly over the shrimp.
Sprinkle the panko bread crumbs evenly over the shrimp.
Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through, and the breadcrumbs are golden.
Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Substitute white wine with chicken broth if preferred.
For extra crispiness, broil for the last 1-2 minutes.
Serve with pasta, rice, or crusty bread for a complete meal.