Roasted Shrimp with Mushroom and Garlic Butter
Prep
15 mins
Cook
20 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This is one of my favorite weeknight dinners because it comes together in just 35 minutes from start to table. Succulent shrimp paired with earthy roasted mushrooms and a silky garlic butter sauce makes for an elegant meal that feels fancy but requires minimal effort. The garlic in this dish isn't just delicious, it's packed with immune boosting properties that make this comfort food genuinely good for you. Best of all, the ingredients are affordable and easy to find at any grocery store, making this a go to recipe when you want something special without breaking the bank.
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Ingredients
- 1½ poundslarge shrimp(peeled and deveined)
- 12 ouncesmixed mushrooms(cremini, shiitake, and oyster, halved)
- 4 tablespoonsunsalted butter
- 6garlic cloves(minced)
- 2 tablespoonsfresh lemon juice
- 237 mldry white wine
- 1 tablespoonfresh thyme(chopped)
- 2 tablespoonsfresh parsley(chopped)
- 1 teaspoonred pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoonsea salt
- 1 teaspoonblack pepper
- 1 tablespoonolive oil
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels to ensure they roast evenly and develop a nice golden exterior.
Tip: Dry shrimp will caramelize better than wet shrimp, enhancing the overall flavor.
- 2
Arrange the halved mushrooms on a large baking sheet, drizzle lightly with olive oil, and season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Roast for 8 minutes to begin softening them.
Tip: Starting the mushrooms slightly ahead gives them a head start and ensures they're tender by the end.
- 3
While mushrooms roast, melt butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, stirring frequently to avoid browning.
Tip: Watch the garlic carefully to prevent it from burning, which would create a bitter taste.
- 4
Remove the garlic butter from heat. Stir in lemon juice, white wine, thyme, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Set aside to cool slightly.
Tip: The residual heat will gently infuse the herbs into the butter mixture.
- 5
After 8 minutes, remove the baking sheet from the oven and push mushrooms to the sides. Add the shrimp to the center of the sheet in a single layer.
Tip: Spacing the shrimp apart prevents steaming and allows them to roast properly.
- 6
Drizzle the garlic butter mixture evenly over the shrimp and mushrooms, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Toss gently to combine.
Tip: Reserve a bit of the butter mixture to drizzle over the finished dish for extra flavor.
- 7
Return the baking sheet to the oven and roast for 10-12 minutes, until the shrimp are opaque and firm to the touch, stirring halfway through.
Tip: Shrimp cook quickly; overcooked shrimp become tough and rubbery, so keep a close eye on them.
- 8
Remove from the oven and scatter fresh chopped parsley over the top. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed with additional salt and pepper.
Tip: Fresh parsley adds a bright, fresh finish to complement the rich garlic butter.
- 9
Transfer to a serving platter and serve immediately with crusty bread or over pasta to capture all the delicious pan juices.
Tip: Serving immediately preserves the tender texture of the shrimp and keeps everything hot and flavorful.
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