Creamy Baked Garlic Shrimp Casserole – Easy, Cheesy & Delicious!
Juicy shrimp baked in a rich, garlicky cream sauce, topped with mozzarella and Parmesan, and finished in the oven for a golden, bubbly finish.
Ingredients
- 1 lb 450 g large shrimp, peeled & deveined
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken or seafood broth
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
- ½ cup grated Parmesan
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley for garnish
- Optional: ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Sear the shrimp: Melt 1 tbsp butter in a skillet. Season shrimp with paprika, salt, and pepper. Sear 1–2 minutes per side until lightly browned (they’ll finish cooking in the oven). Remove and set aside.
- Make the creamy sauce: Add remaining butter and garlic to the skillet. Sauté 30 seconds. Pour in heavy cream, broth, and lemon juice. Simmer 2–3 minutes.
- Add the cheese: Stir in mozzarella and Parmesan until melted and smooth.
- Assemble: Pour sauce into a baking dish. Nestle seared shrimp on top.
- Bake: 10–12 minutes, or until bubbling and lightly golden.
- Garnish & serve: Sprinkle chopped parsley over the top. Serve warm.
Notes
Tips & Variations
- Add veggies: Spinach, mushrooms, or roasted cherry tomatoes pair beautifully.
- Use different cheese: Gruyère, white cheddar, or fontina add depth of flavor.
- Extra flavor: A splash of white wine in the sauce enhances richness.
- Spicy version: Increase crushed red pepper or add Cajun seasoning.
- Avoid rubbery shrimp: Add undercooked shrimp to sauce; residual oven heat will finish cooking.