Lemon Butter Baked Shrimp

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INGREDIENTS:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice, or more, to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 1/2 pounds medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly oil a baking sheet or coat with nonstick spray.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together butter, garlic, lemon juice and Italian seasoning; season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  3. Place shrimp in a single layer onto the prepared baking sheet. Stir in butter mixture and gently toss to combine.
  4. Place into oven and bake just until pink, firm and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
  5. Serve immediately, garnished with parsley, if desired.

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