Description
Cheesy Baked Tiger Shrimp features tender, juicy shrimp baked in a creamy garlic sauce and topped with melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, making it a rich and flavorful seafood dish.
Ingredients
- 1 pound tiger shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
- Arrange the peeled and deveined tiger shrimp in a single layer in the prepared dish.
- In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, minced garlic, paprika, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Drizzle the mixture evenly over the shrimp.
- Pour the heavy cream around the shrimp in the baking dish.
- Sprinkle the mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses evenly over the top.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- For a golden top, broil for an additional 1–2 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
Add red pepper flakes for a bit of heat.Stir in sautéed spinach or mushrooms for extra flavor and texture.Use cheddar or Gruyère cheese for a sharper taste.Replace heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version.Top with breadcrumbs before baking for added crunch.Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in the oven or microwave.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
