Lightened-Up Oven Shrimp Scampi

Name: Lightened-Up Oven Shrimp Scampi
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 tbsp Butter; 0.25 cup Chicken Stock; 3 tbsp Fresh Parsley; 0.25 cup Garlic Croutons; 16 whole Large Shrimp; 4 whole Lemon; 2 tbsp Lemon Juice; 2 tbsp Minced Garlic; 1 tsp Olive Oil; 0.13 tsp Paprika; 0.25 tsp Red Pepper Flakes; 3 cups Riced Cauliflower; 1 dash Salt & Pepper; 1 tbsp Shallot

Dinner 🍽️Lunch 🥪 American High-Protein 💪Low-Carb Sugar-Free Pescatarian 🐟

Lightened-Up Oven Shrimp Scampi brings bright lemon, plenty of garlic, and a whisper of butter to tender baked shrimp, keeping the flavors vibrant without feeling heavy. The crunchy crouton topping and fresh parsley add texture and lift, while serving over riced cauliflower keeps it low-carb yet satisfying. It’s a great weeknight dinner or a breezy option for entertaining when you want something fresh and flavorful.

Prep10 mins
Cook15 mins
Serves4
DifficultyEasy

1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Arrange the shrimp in a shallow baking dish.
2

Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the garlic, shallot, and olive oil, and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in the chicken stock, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, paprika, salt, and pepper. Pour this mixture over the shrimp and sprinkle with the crushed croutons.
3

Bake in the preheated oven until the shrimp are bright pink on the outside and the meat is opaque, 9 to 11 minutes; do not overcook.
4

While the shrimp cook, add the riced cauliflower to a large nonstick skillet. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until hot, about 5 minutes.
5

Serve the shrimp over the riced cauliflower. Garnish with chopped parsley and lemon wedges.