Sheet Pan Shrimp Scampi with Garlic Bread
Juicy shrimp roasted with garlic and lemon on a single sheet pan, paired with crispy garlic bread for a fuss-free seafood dinner. This american-inspired seafood ready in about 20 minutes pairs peeled and deveined large raw shrimp, olive oil, melted unsalted butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 300 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb, peeled and deveined large raw shrimp
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp, melted unsalted butter
- 5, minced garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1, sliced into 1-inch pieces baguette
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a bowl, toss 1 lb peeled shrimp with 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp melted butter, 5 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
- Step 2: Spread shrimp in a single layer on one half of a large rimmed baking sheet. Arrange 1 sliced baguette pieces on the other half and brush each piece with a little olive oil.
- Step 3: Bake for 8-10 minutes until shrimp are pink and opaque and bread is golden and crisp around edges.
- Step 4: Sprinkle shrimp and bread with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan Shrimp Scampi with Garlic Bread take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Sheet Pan Shrimp Scampi with Garlic Bread?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Shrimp Scampi with Garlic Bread?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Sheet Pan Shrimp Scampi with Garlic Bread for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Sheet Pan Shrimp Scampi with Garlic Bread?
American seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
