Shrimp Oreganata - Baked Shrimp with Garlic Butter Breadcrumbs

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds Shrimp (peeled, deveined, tails left on; 16‑20 count; thawed)
• 6 cloves Garlic (minced; can adjust to taste)
• 0.33 cup Bread Crumbs (plain; can increase up to 0.75 cup for larger shrimp)
• 2 teaspoons Dried Oregano
• 0.25 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes (optional; adjust for heat)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley (chopped flat‑leaf)
• 2 tablespoons Parmigiano-Reggiano Cheese (freshly grated; can substitute Pecorino Romano)
• 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice (freshly squeezed)
• 3 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 0.25 cup Dry White Wine (Sauvignon Blanc or other dry white)
• 0.75 cup Low Sodium Chicken Stock
• 6 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (cold, cut into cubes)
• to taste Salt
• to taste Black Pepper
• 4 pieces Lemon Wedges (for serving and final squeeze)

Instructions

1. Make Seasoned Breadcrumbs

   Heat the non‑stick skillet over medium‑low heat, add 3 Tbsp olive oil, then sauté the minced garlic until lightly golden and fragrant, about 2 minutes. Turn off the heat and stir in the bread crumbs, grated Parmigiano‑Reggiano, chopped parsley, dried oregano, crushed red pepper flakes, and lemon juice until evenly coated.

   Time: PT5M

2. Dry the Shrimp

   Pat the thawed shrimp dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.

   Time: PT3M

3. Arrange Shrimp in Baking Dish

   Place the shrimp in a single layer around the edge of the 9‑inch pie dish, tails pointing upward. Sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper.

   Time: PT3M

4. Top with Breadcrumb Mixture

   Evenly distribute the seasoned breadcrumb mixture over each shrimp, pressing gently so it adheres.

   Time: PT2M

5. Add Liquid Ingredients

   Pour the ¼ cup white wine and ¾ cup chicken stock over the shrimp, then dot the surface with the 6 Tbsp cold butter cubes.

   Time: PT2M

6. Bake

   Place the dish on the middle rack of a pre‑heated oven (425°F) and bake for 8 minutes, until the shrimp turn pink and the breadcrumbs are lightly golden.

   Time: PT8M

   Temperature: 425°F

7. Broil for Extra Crunch

   Switch the oven to broil on the second‑highest rack and broil for 2 minutes, watching closely until the breadcrumbs are crisp and deep golden.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: broil

8. Finish and Serve

   Remove from oven, squeeze fresh lemon wedges over the top, and serve immediately.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

350

Protein

22 g

Carbohydrates

15 g

Fat

20 g

Fiber

1 g