Baked Italian Shrimp Lemon (Printer-Friendly)
Juicy shrimp baked with lemon, Italian seasoning, and butter for a flavorful, effortless dinner or appetizer.
# What You'll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 pound large shrimp, cleaned and deveined, tails on or off as preferred
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4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
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1 (0.7 ounce) packet dry Italian dressing mix
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2 medium lemons, sliced into thin rounds
# Steps to Follow:
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C) to ensure gentle and even cooking for the shrimp.
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Place the butter in a microwave-safe bowl and heat just until melted; avoid boiling.
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Pat the shrimp thoroughly dry with paper towels. Add shrimp to the melted butter and gently toss to coat evenly.
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Sprinkle the dry Italian dressing mix evenly over the buttered shrimp and fold to ensure all pieces are well coated.
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Arrange the lemon slices over the bottom of a glass baking dish, overlapping them slightly to create a complete layer.
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Spread the seasoned shrimp evenly over the lemon slices, pouring any excess butter from the bowl over the shrimp. Ensure shrimp are in a single layer for proper roasting.
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Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until shrimp are pink, opaque, and slightly curled. Do not overcook.
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Remove the dish from the oven and let the shrimp rest for a few minutes before serving to allow flavors to settle and prevent burns.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Pat shrimp dry before baking for optimal caramelization and avoid steaming.
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Using a glass baking dish enhances citrus infusion and simplifies cleanup.
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To make dish dairy-free, substitute butter with an equal amount of good quality olive oil.