Shrimp Scampi Sheet Pan with Garlic Bread
A quick sheet pan dinner featuring succulent shrimp cooked in a garlicky lemon butter sauce, served alongside toasted garlic bread for a complete meal. This american-inspired seafood ready in about 22 minutes pairs peeled and deveined large shrimp, olive oil, unsalted butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb, peeled and deveined large shrimp
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 5 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 small, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces baguette
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. On one side of a large rimmed baking sheet, toss 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Spread in a single layer.
- Step 2: In a small saucepan, melt 4 tbsp unsalted butter over medium heat. Add 5 minced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant. Remove from heat and stir in 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice and 2 tbsp chopped parsley.
- Step 3: Pour half of the garlic butter sauce over the shrimp and toss to coat. Arrange the shrimp evenly on the sheet pan.
- Step 4: On the other side of the baking sheet, arrange 1 small sliced baguette pieces. Brush each slice with the remaining garlic butter sauce and sprinkle with 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese.
- Step 5: Bake for 8-10 minutes until shrimp are opaque and cooked through, and the garlic bread is toasted and golden on the edges. Garnish shrimp with extra parsley before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Shrimp Scampi Sheet Pan with Garlic Bread take to make?
Total time is about 22 minutes (10 min prep + 12 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 Shrimp Scampi Sheet Pan 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 Shrimp Scampi Sheet Pan 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 Shrimp Scampi Sheet Pan 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 Shrimp Scampi Sheet Pan 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.
