Baked shrimp and chives

Baked Shrimp with Chives Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 lemon, zested and juiced
• 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Prepare Shrimp: In a large bowl, combine the shrimp, olive oil, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Toss until the shrimp are well coated.
3. Arrange Shrimp: Arrange the shrimp in a single layer on a baking sheet or in a shallow baking dish.
4. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
5. Add Chives and Cheese: Remove the shrimp from the oven and immediately sprinkle with the chopped chives and grated Parmesan cheese (if using).
6. Serve: Serve the shrimp hot with additional lemon wedges on the side, if desired.

Tips:

• For extra flavor, you can marinate the shrimp in the olive oil mixture for 15-30 minutes before baking.
• Pair with a side of rice, pasta, or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
• Use fresh shrimp for the best flavor and texture, but frozen shrimp that has been thawed will also work well.

Enjoy your baked shrimp with chives!