This restaurant-style cheesy baked shrimp recipe is super easy to make – perfect for a quick dinner entree or tasty appetizer.

This baked method helps the shrimp stay juicy, while the cheese topping becomes irresistibly crispy for the perfect finishing touch.

cheesy baked shrimp recipe being pulled with a seafood fork from an escargo dish

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‘Shrimp’ly Irresistible

With just a handful of ingredients you can create a rich, buttery, and garlicky dish perfectly balanced with fresh herbs and tangy lemon. It tastes gourmet without the fuss.
From start to finish, this recipe takes under 20 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or last-minute guests.
Most garlic butter shrimp recipes stop at the butter. This one takes it to the next level with melted cheese, for a creamy, savory layer that makes every bite a bit ‘extra’
Serve this versatile cheesy shrimp as an appetizer, a dsmain dish, or even over pasta or rice. It works for family dinners, date nights, or parties, and it’s almost guaranteed to be a hit—even with picky eaters.

lemon, shredded cheese, fresh parsley, shrimp, and garlic on a wooden board to make cheesy baked shrimp recipe

Shrimp + Cheese = Yes Please

Shrimp: Shrimp is the star of this dish! It’s quick to cook, tender, and pairs perfectly with garlic and cheese. Peeled and cleaned shrimp make the cooking process fast and easy.

Sauce: Creamy butter and savory garlic give this dish its rich, delicious flavor. Using unsalted butter lets you control the salt level better.

Cheese: The cheese creates a gooey, golden top for delicious flavor and incredible texture. Marble and Monterey Jack cheeses melt well and taste great with garlic and seafood.

Garnish: Parsley adds a pop of color and a fresh, herby taste to balance out the rich butter. The lemon adds brightness and a little tang.

Tasty Twists

If you don’t have Monterey Jack cheese, try mozzarella, cheddar, marble or havarti cheese. Add a bit of parmesan for a tangy flavor.
If you don’t have escargot dishes, simply place the cooked shrimp in a baking dish, top with cheese, and broil as directed.

cheesy baked shrimp recipe on a baking sheet before the cheese is sprinkled on top

How To Make Baked Shrimp

Rinse and drain the shrimp, then pat them dry.
Melt the butter in a skillet, sauté the garlic, then add the shrimp and parsley. Cook until the shrimp are just turning pink.
Place one shrimp in each cavity of an escargot dish. Drizzle with the garlic butter and sprinkle generously with cheese.
Broil for 2–3 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve with lemon wedges and garnish with fresh parsley.

cheesy baked shrimp recipe before being baked

Tips to Make It ‘Shrimply’ Perfect

Use fresh shrimp for the best flavor, and pat dry before adding to the garlic butter.
Evenly distribute the cheese over the shrimp to make sure each piece is covered with delicious, melted cheese.
Cook the shrimp just until they turn pink and opaque to keep them juicy and tender. Watch closely under the broiler so the cheese becomes golden, not burnt.
Need to get organized for holiday dinners or parties? Cook the garlic and shrimp ahead, refrigerate, then assemble and broil when ready.

cheesy baked shrimp recipe on a baking sheet

Dish It Out & Tuck It Away

This dish is great with toasted bread to soak up the extra garlic butter, or served alongside a hearty charcuterie board. As an entree it is delicious with your favorite pasta dish, or a crisp salad.

Store leftover shrimp in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

cheesy baked shrimp recipe in an escargo dish

I hope you love this baked shrimp recipe as much as my family does! We make it every holiday or special occasion. It’s always a hit!

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Cheesy Baked Shrimp Recipe

Donnalea

Servings -8 servings

Prep 10

Cook 10

Total 20

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Make this baked shrimp recipe with the perfect mix of butter, garlic, and melty cheese for the best appetizer or entree.

Equipment

skillet
4 escargo dishes or baking dish

Ingredients

24 large shrimp
½ cup butter unsalted
6 cloves garlic minced
1 cup shredded cheese marble, Monterey Jack
1 Tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
½ lemon cut into 4

Instructions

Preheat oven to broil.
To a skillet, melt butter, add butter and cook for 1 minute.
Add shrimp in batches and cook until just turned from grey to pink. Do not overcook.
Place one shrimp in each escargot dish indentation. Distribute the butter and garlic over each shrimp evenly.
Top liberally with fresh parsley.
Sprinkle ¼ cup cheese over each escargot dish.
Place on a baking sheet, then place under the broiler for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted and a bit crispy.

Nutrition

Calories: 349kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 19gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 431mgPotassium: 229mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 986IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

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