Get ready to delight your taste buds with the irresistible "Achy Breaky Shrimpy Bakey," a crowd-pleasing baked shrimp recipe that marries the smoky flavor of crispy bacon with buttery, garlicky goodness. This dish features succulent shrimp tossed in a zesty mixture of melted butter, garlic, lemon juice, and a hint of paprika and cayenne for a subtle kick, then topped with golden breadcrumbs for the perfect crunch. Easy to prepare yet loaded with bold flavors, this 45-minute recipe is the ultimate solution for a quick yet impressive entrée. Garnished with fresh parsley and served hot, it’s perfect for everything from cozy family dinners to lively gatherings.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Prepare the shrimp by peeling, deveining, and patting them dry with paper towels. Set aside.
Cook the bacon in a pan over medium heat until just starting to crisp. Remove and drain on paper towels. Once cooled, chop into small pieces.
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
In a mixing bowl, combine the shrimp, chopped bacon, and the garlic-lemon butter mixture. Toss to coat evenly.
Lightly grease a baking dish and arrange the shrimp in a single layer. Sprinkle the bread crumbs evenly over the top.
Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the shrimp are opaque and the bread crumbs are golden brown.
Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Serve hot.
Serving size | 681.1 grams (681.1g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 1412 |
Total Fat 73.40g | 94% |
Saturated Fat 34.50g | 173% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.40g | |
Cholesterol 1052mg | 351% |
Sodium 3458mg | 150% |
Total Carbohydrate 48.20g | 18% |
Dietary Fiber 4.20g | 15% |
Total Sugars 5.80g | |
Protein 139.70g | 279% |
Vitamin D 709IU | 3544% |
Calcium 477mg | 37% |
Iron 7mg | 39% |
Potassium 1849mg | 39% |
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