This sheet pan lemon butter shrimp recipe is a perfect weeknight meal option. With only 4 ingredients, it’s quick and easy to prepare, yet still packed with flavor. The tangy lemon and rich butter complement the tender and juicy shrimp, making it a crowd-pleasing dish that your whole family will love.
My husband and I first tried this recipe when we were looking for a quick and easy dinner option that we could make without much effort. We were pleasantly surprised by how flavorful and delicious it turned out. Since then, it has become a staple in our household, especially on busy weeknights when we don’t have much time to cook. Our little family loves how easy it is to make, and we always end up with a clean sheet pan and happy tummies.
Why This 4-Ingredient Sheet Pan Lemon Butter Shrimp Recipe Is a Must-Try
- It’s super easy and quick to prepare, perfect for busy weeknights.
- The combination of lemon and butter gives the shrimp a tangy and rich flavor that’s hard to resist.
- The Italian seasoning adds a perfect amount of savory and herbal notes to the dish.
- This recipe requires only four simple ingredients that are easy to find at any grocery store.
- It’s a one-pan meal that makes for easy cleanup.
Ingredients:
- 680 grams (1 1/2 lb) fresh or frozen (then thawed) shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 113 grams (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 3 lemons, thinly sliced
- 1 (0.7 oz.) packet of Italian seasoning
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper.
- Place the lemon slices in an even layer on the baking sheet.
- Add the shrimp to the baking sheet in a single layer.
- Pour the melted butter over the shrimp, making sure each piece is coated.
- Sprinkle the Italian seasoning over the shrimp.
- Bake for 13-15 minutes, or until the shrimp is opaque and pink.
- Serve hot.
Notes:
- You can use fresh or frozen shrimp for this recipe, but be sure to thaw the frozen shrimp before using.
- You can use salted butter instead of unsalted butter, but you may want to reduce the amount of salt you add to the dish.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of lemon and Italian seasoning to your taste.
- This recipe goes well with rice, pasta, or a side salad.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Easy and Delicious 4-Ingredient Sheet Pan Lemon Butter Shrimp Recipe
Ingredients
- 680 grams 1 1/2 lb fresh or frozen (then thawed) shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 113 grams 1 stick unsalted butter, melted
- 3 lemons thinly sliced
- 1 0.7 oz. packet of Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper.
- Place the lemon slices in an even layer on the baking sheet.
- Add the shrimp to the baking sheet in a single layer.
- Pour the melted butter over the shrimp, making sure each piece is coated.
- Sprinkle the Italian seasoning over the shrimp.
- Bake for 13-15 minutes, or until the shrimp is opaque and pink.
- Serve hot.
Notes
You can use salted butter instead of unsalted butter, but you may want to reduce the amount of salt you add to the dish.
Feel free to adjust the amount of lemon and Italian seasoning to your taste.
This recipe goes well with rice, pasta, or a side salad.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.