Blackened Shrimp

This Blackened Shrimp recipe is oven-baked instead of pan-seared to make a healthy, fast, and delicious way to cook shrimp with minimal prep work and cleanup.  This healthy seafood dinner comes together in just 10 minutes with 3 ingredients including my homemade Blackening Seasoning.

Love baked blackened recipes? Also try my Blackened Salmon, Blackened Swordfish, or Blackened Mahi Mahi.

Blackened Shrimp recipe - Baked!

This Blackened Shrimp recipe is pure perfection and one you have to add to your weeknight dinner routine. This crazy simple, and versatile recipe comes together in just 10 minutes with three ingredients.  It's bursting with flavor and the tender shrimp are sweet, tender and so good for you.

Keep it super simple with a storebought blackening seasoning or easily whip up your own with my Homemade Blackening Seasoning, which is a perfect blend of smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and oregano.

Traditional blackened recipes are made on the stovetop with a cast iron skillet, which can be a bit messy and not as healthy, so my version is simply baked in the oven creating a fuss-free seafood experience for the family.

Whether you serve this with simple side dishes like Lemon Parmesan Asparagus and Herb Roasted Baby Potatoes or use them in a dish like my Blackened Shrimp Tacos or Shrimp Taco Bows, this will be a recipe you come to again and again.

Why You'll Love this Baked Blackened Shrimp recipe...

• You'll love this Blackened Shrimp recipe because it's so simple and easy to prepare.
• It's only THREE ingredients.
• It's healthy! One serving is about 200 calories and 30 grams of protein.
• It's gluten-free, keto, low carb, and low calorie.
• It's fuss-free and made in the oven and not on the messy stovetop.
• It's a great way to make shrimp if you aren't that familiar with making shrimp.
• You can make it spicy or not spicy.
• It's a crowd-pleasing recipe that everyone will love!

Ingredients:

Here's an overview of what you'll need to make this Baked Blackened Shrimp recipe, but keep scrolling for the full recipe amounts.

• Shrimp: You'll need at least large shrimp which are 26-30 a pound.  You can also use extra large or jumbo shrimp but they will need up to a minute more to cook. For easy prep, buy ones that are already peeled and deveined.  I left the tails on for the photos, but you can remove them to eat them easier, especially if you are serving them to kids.  Don't be afraid of frozen shrimp, as most shrimp are frozen right after they are caught or harvested anyway.  If your shrimp are frozen, thaw them out in the fridge overnight or put them in a ziplock bag in a colander of water.  Pat them dry with a paper towel before starting the recipe.
• Butter: Classic blackened recipes use butter instead of olive oil, so that's what I use here.  It's a small amount.  I melt it in the microwave so it evenly coats the shrimp before baking.  You can also swap out olive oil, avocado oil, or your favorite cooking oil.
• Blackened Seasoning: I use my homemade Blackened Seasoning, which is a blend of smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and oregano.  You can also use storebought blackening seasoning.  This recipe calls for 2 tablespoons of the blackening seasoning, which makes these shrimp kid-friendly, but if you like it extra blackened you can add 1 or 2 tablespoons more.  You can also substitute cajun seasoning.
• Salt and Black Pepper: The amount of salt and pepper in blackening seasoning can widely vary.  If your blackening seasoning has a lot of salt and pepper, you will not need to add much more.
• Garnish: Lemon and Parsley

Instructions:

This is an overview of the instructions to make this Baked Blackened Shrimp recipe, but the full detailed printable recipe is below in the recipe card.

1. Preheat your oven to 425 degrees. Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray.  For easy cleanup, you can even line your baking sheet with foil.
2. Pat the shrimp with a paper towel to dry them off.
3. In a medium bowl, add the shrimp, melted butter, and blackening seasoning. Mix well by tossing it gently.
4. Pour the shrimp onto the baking sheet and evenly space them out. Cook for 3-5 minutes until the shrimp turn opaque and start to curl.  
5. Serve immediately with fresh lemon slices.

Tips for Cooking Shrimp:

• Shrimp cooks fast and once they start to curl, they are done.  If they curl up tightly they are overdone.
• They only need to reach about 120 degrees, unlike other meats.  
• Don't overcook them or they will be tough.
• They'll turn from blue-green to opaque pink below.
• They will continue to cook when you pull them out of the oven, so when in doubt pull them out.  This is what they should look like below!

Variations

I love this Baked Blackened Shrimp recipe as written, but here are some fun variations.

• Make it Spicy: Add more cayenne seasoning.
• Make it Dairy-Free: Use olive oil or dairy-free butter.
• Make a Big Batch: Easily double or triple the recipe for a crowd by clicking on the 2X or 3X on the recipe card.
• Make it on the Stove Top: Heat a cast iron large skillet to medium-high heat.  Melt your butter.  Add the shrimp to the pan and sear until the shrimp turn pink and opaque which should be about 3-4 minutes.
• Makie it on the Grill: You can also grill these by putting them in a grilling pan and cooking over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until done.  You can also put them on skewers and cook the same way.

FAQ

How many calories are in Blackened Shrimp?

Blackened Shrimp prepared this way are super healthy, low calorie, and high protein.  My version is only 210 calories.

How do you keep shrimp from getting mushy?

Shrimp can get mushy when you soak them in water to defrost them.  They also can get mushy if you cook them too slowly or overcook them.  Also shrimp not cooked within a day or two of thawing them out can turn mushy.

Baked Blackened Shrimp recipe is So Tasty!

This Baked Blackened Shrimp recipe is so tasty and versatile.  After you make shrimp like this, you might not go back to other ways.  You can't beat how simple, tasty, and healthy this all comes together.  These shrimp are the perfect base for adding to salads, lettuce wraps, taco bowls, tacos, pasta, bowls, or as a main course alongside so many different sides.  They even make a fabulous appetizer.  The creative foodie ways to serve them are really endless.  Here are a few ideas to get you started.

Serve it with:

• Cheesy Ranch Potatoes
• Garlic Roasted Green Beans
• Roasted Potatoes and Broccoli
• Roasted Baby Red Potatoes
• Creamy Gnocchi Pesto
• Greek Couscous Salad
• Roasted Lemon Garlic Brussels Sprouts
• Grilled Zucchini in Foil
• Grilled Asparagus in Foil
• Mediterranean Roast Vegetables
• Roasted Broccoli with Mushrooms
• 4 Ingredient Simple Roasted Sweet Potatoes
• Kale Ceasar Salad
• Greek Yogurt Healthy Cole Slaw
• Asparagus and Tomato Salad with Feta
• Avocado Caprese Salad
• Healthy Greek Yogurt Potato Salad

More Blackened Recipes to Try:

• Blackened Salmon
• Blackened Swordfish
• Blackened Mahi Mahi
• Blackened Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa
• Blackened Shrimp Lettuce Tacos with Mango Salsa
• Homemade Blackening Seasoning

More Shrimp Recipes to Try:

25+ Healthy Shrimp Recipes including Shrimp Taco Bowls, Shrimp Terikai, and Shrimp Fajitas

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Baked Blackened Shrimp recipe

Julie Wunder

This Blackened Shrimp recipe is oven-baked instead of pan-seared to make a healthy, fast, and delicious way to cook shrimp with minimal prep work and cleanup.  This healthy seafood dinner comes together in just 10 minutes with 3 ingredients including my homemade Blackening Seasoning.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 10 minutes mins

Course Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine American

Servings 2

Calories 211 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 1 pound large shrimp
• 1 tablespoon butter, melted
• 2 tablespoons blackening seasoning
• salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

 

• Preheat your oven to 425 degrees. Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray.
• Pat the shrimp with a paper towel to dry them off.
• In a medium bowl, add the shrimp, melted butter and blackening seasoning. Mix well.
  
• Pour the shrimp onto the baking sheet and evenly space them out.
  
• Cook for 3-5 minutes until the shrimp turn opaque and start to curl.
  
• Serve immediately with fresh lemon slices.
  

Notes

Storage & Leftovers

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.  Reheat in 30-second increments in the microwave, just until warm.  Don't overcook it.

Freezing

I don't recommend freezing this because the shrimp have most likely already been frozen.

Nutrition

Calories: 211kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 31gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 301mgSodium: 2394mgPotassium: 258mgSugar: 0.01gVitamin A: 583IUCalcium: 124mgIron: 0.5mg

Keyword Baked Blackened Shrimp, Blackened Shrimp Tacos

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