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    Home > Main Dishes Seafood > Lemon Butter Shrimp with Wishbone Italian Dressing

    Lemon Butter Shrimp with Wishbone Italian Dressing

    Published: Apr 13, 2014 · Modified: Jul 22, 2022 by Lea Ann Brown · This post may contain affiliate links

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    lemon butter baked shrimp

    Lemon Butter Shrimp is a super easy Italian shrimp appetizer recipe or light shrimp dinner. Just a little prep and a quick bake in the oven and you’ve just found deliciousness.  Perfect for when you have to hit the kitchen running, this tasty Italian shrimp appetizer takes just twenty minutes to make and there’s barely any clean-up. Serve with plenty of napkins. 

    Baked lemon butter shrimp with wishbone dressing on a white platter.

    About This Recipe and Why It Works

    Nothing like getting a party started than with this great lemon butter shrimp recipe. This is one of the best and easiest shrimp recipes in my repertoire.

    This easy Lemon Butter Shrimp recipe is a “do not pass go” heading directly for the category in my recipe database dubbed “Finds of the Century”. It’s joining about fifteen other special recipes that are just flat out lip smacking good.

    With just a little prep of peeling the shrimp and slicing some lemons, in 15 minutes you’ve got a succulent easy shrimp appetizer.Easy as can be, let’s get started

    Easy Shrimp Appetizer

    How To Make This Recipe

    • Just take one pound of large shrimp, peeled and deveined. I left the tails on.
    • Melt 1/2 cup of unsalted butter in a 9 x 9 inch oven-proof casserole dish. I find the microwave is the easiest way to do this.
    • Then thin slice in 1-1/2 lemons and lay in the butter.
    • Top with the shrimp. You can also use a sheet pan. Just melt the butter on the sheet pan in the oven first, then remove and finish the process.
    Baked Shrimp Recipe
    • This becomes a Wishbone Italian Dressing Shrimp Recipe when sprinkled with some of their dry packet mix.
    • Then sprinkle with 1/3 cup fresh chopped parsley. If for some reason you can’t find Wishbone dry packet mix, I’ve also used a bottled Italian dressing. About 1/2 cup.
    Wishbone Dressing Shrimp
    • Pop it into a 350-degree oven for fifteen minutes.

    We enjoyed this as a main course for two. But it would make an excellent appetizer to precede a special meal. Buttery and full of lemon flavor the dressing mix adds a sweet and savory element that will surprise your palate. I hope you give this one a try.

    Recipe For Lemon Butter Shrimp

    Easy Shrimp Recipe

    SHRIMP TIP:

    And how about a tip for cooking shrimp and knowing when they’re done, after all, they come in about every size imaginable, and therefore recipes always estimate cooking times. Here is your general rule:

    • Straight shrimp are undercooked,
    • Shrimp that have just curled into a C-shape are perfectly cooked
    • Shrimp that have twisted into an O-shape are overcooked, rubbery and sad.

    So easy to serve right out of the oven, or make this one ahead, then bring to room temperature. Just arrange the lemon slices on a pretty white platter over a couple green leaves of lettuce. 

    Looking for more quick shrimp recipes?

    • Crispy Baked Shrimp with Lemony Mayonnaise
    • Best Grilled Shrimp Recipe
    • Salt Block Oven Roasted Shrimp
    • Pasta with Shrimp and Creme Fraiche

    And if you’re looking for even more shrimp recipes, don’t miss my Seafood Category. You’ll find lots of healthy recipes, including the most popular shrimp recipe on my site for the Broadmoor Resort French Shrimp Cocktail.

    Easy Lemon Butter Baked Shrimp Recipe.

    Lemon Butter Shrimp Recipe with Wishbone Italian Dressing

    Lemon Butter Baked Shrimp is a super easy shrimp appetizer recipe or light shrimp dinner. Just a little prep and a quick bake in the oven and you've just found deliciousness
    5 from 5 votes
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    Course: Main Course Seafood
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes
    Servings: 2
    Calories: 658kcal
    Author: Lea Ann Brown

    Ingredients

    • 1 pound raw shrimp cleaned, peeled and deveined
    • 8 Tablespoons butter melted, 1 stick
    • 1/2 packet Wishbone Italian Dressing 1/8 cup
    • 1 1/2 lemon sliced into circles
    • 1/4 Cup fresh parsley chopped
    • 1 teaspoon black pepper ground
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    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
    • Melt the butter in a 9×9 inch casserole dish, spreading it all over the bottom of the dish.
    • Arrange the lemon slices on top of butter.
    • Arrange the cleaned and deveined shrimp on top of the lemon slices.
    • Sprinkle the Italian dressing over the shrimp.
    • Sprinkle the parsley and pepper on top of that.
    • Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until shrimp have curled into a C pattern.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 658kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 48g | Fat: 49g | Saturated Fat: 29g | Cholesterol: 692mg | Sodium: 2194mg | Potassium: 335mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 2031IU | Vitamin C: 62mg | Calcium: 374mg | Iron: 6mg
    Tried this Recipe? Pin it for Later!Mention @lannisam or tag #CookingOnTheRanch!

    Lemon Butter Baked Shrimp …It’s what’s for Dinner.

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    Comments

    1. Rocky Mountain Woman says

      April 16, 2014 at 3:28 pm

      5 stars
      Looks like an easy peasy after work kind of dinner. I’m always on the lookout for those

      Reply
      • Lea Ann Brown says

        April 18, 2014 at 2:05 pm

        That’s exactly what it is RMW – and very tasty.

        Reply
    2. colleen @ Secrets from the Cookie Princess says

      April 16, 2014 at 6:40 am

      I’m not a shrimp fan, but I think my husband would really enjoy all these flavors together. Maybe i’ll surprise him.

      Reply
      • Lea Ann Brown says

        April 18, 2014 at 2:06 pm

        We thought it was delicious. Let me know if he likes it. It makes a great appetizer too.

        Reply
    3. Nancy-SpicieFoodie says

      April 15, 2014 at 8:53 pm

      5 stars
      I can never get enough shrimp — these look so delicious!

      Reply
      • Lea Ann Brown says

        April 18, 2014 at 2:08 pm

        So good to hear from you Nancy!

        Reply
    4. Sid's Sea Palm Cooking says

      April 15, 2014 at 7:12 pm

      This looks so good and I think it would go great at one of my Tapas Nights. I love making appetizers, and shrimp recipes are right up there in popularity. Thanks for a great SRC recipe.

      Reply
      • Lea Ann Brown says

        April 18, 2014 at 2:08 pm

        I agree about that Tapas night idea. Thanks Sid.

        Reply
    5. lisaiscooking says

      April 15, 2014 at 3:15 pm

      Lemony, buttery shrimp definitely gets my attention! Looks delicious.

      Reply
      • Lea Ann Brown says

        April 18, 2014 at 2:09 pm

        Me too Lisa.

        Reply
    6. Velva says

      April 15, 2014 at 10:48 am

      This would make an excellent small meal entree with a good glass of wine or cold beer. And definitely a loaf of crusty bread to soak up the juices.

      Velva

      Reply
      • Lea Ann Brown says

        April 18, 2014 at 2:10 pm

        Velva, that’s one thing I wish I’d had while eating this. darnit, forgot the bread. 🙂

        Reply
    7. Karen Harris says

      April 15, 2014 at 9:58 am

      I love shrimp scampi and this sounds kind of like an easier version. I would be very happy with this baking dish and a loaf of crusty French bread.

      Reply
      • Lea Ann Brown says

        April 18, 2014 at 2:11 pm

        You know, I think I’ve had Shrimp Scampi exactly once in my life and didn’t correlate this recipe to be similar. And it is, except for that packet of seasoning.

        Reply
    8. Debra says

      April 14, 2014 at 4:58 pm

      Sounds like a great party dish. Thank you for sharing the find of the century.

      Reply
      • Lea Ann Brown says

        April 18, 2014 at 2:12 pm

        A great party dish it is. I’ll be serving this at my next wine party.

        Reply
    9. cheri says

      April 14, 2014 at 4:56 pm

      Wow! so you bake the shrimp, very interesting Lea Ann, looks delicious!

      Reply
      • Lea Ann Brown says

        April 18, 2014 at 2:12 pm

        Thanks Cheri.

        Reply
    10. Adam J. Holland says

      April 14, 2014 at 4:22 pm

      Looking good!

      Reply
      • Lea Ann Brown says

        April 18, 2014 at 2:13 pm

        Thanks Adam!

        Reply
    11. Kate says

      April 14, 2014 at 4:03 pm

      This sounds tasty and something we would certainly enjoy trying…. Love shrimp!! Great SRC choice…

      Reply
      • Lea Ann Brown says

        April 18, 2014 at 2:13 pm

        Thanks so much Kate.

        Reply
    12. Larry says

      April 14, 2014 at 3:20 pm

      Great looking dish Lea Ann – I can taste it from here.

      Reply
      • Lea Ann Brown says

        April 18, 2014 at 2:13 pm

        Thanks Larry.

        Reply
    13. Holly says

      April 14, 2014 at 3:10 pm

      I like the convenience of assembling this dish and putting it in the oven. I don’t often eat shrimp at home because I am never sure if they are “done” or not but this looks foolproof! You are right, this is a great recipe find!

      Reply
      • Lea Ann Brown says

        April 18, 2014 at 2:13 pm

        Exactly Holly! Easy and delicious.

        Reply
    14. Heather says

      April 14, 2014 at 1:50 pm

      OMG. That looks amazing! Pinning it now to make soon!

      Reply
      • Lea Ann Brown says

        April 18, 2014 at 2:14 pm

        Thanks for that Pin Heather. Hope you give it a try soon.

        Reply
    15. Jean says

      April 14, 2014 at 12:54 pm

      Sound ridiculously good. Pinning.

      Reply
      • Lea Ann Brown says

        April 18, 2014 at 2:14 pm

        Thanks for that pin Jean. And for stopping in.

        Reply
    16. whatjessicabakednext says

      April 14, 2014 at 10:38 am

      Love lemon butter shrimp- so delicious!

      Reply
      • Lea Ann Brown says

        April 18, 2014 at 2:17 pm

        Thanks Jessica!

        Reply
    17. Pam says

      April 14, 2014 at 10:03 am

      My whole family would love this! Shrimp is always a big hit in my house.

      Reply
      • Lea Ann Brown says

        April 18, 2014 at 2:17 pm

        It’s really really really good. 🙂

        Reply
    18. Karen says

      April 14, 2014 at 8:27 am

      This looks great!

      Reply
      • Lea Ann Brown says

        April 18, 2014 at 2:17 pm

        Thanks Karen and so good to hear from you.

        Reply
    19. danielle says

      April 14, 2014 at 8:15 am

      I had planned on making shrimp for dinner – I am thinking of making this.

      Reply
      • Lea Ann Brown says

        April 18, 2014 at 2:18 pm

        Danielle, let me know how you like it, we thought it was scrumptious.

        Reply
    20. Melissa @ Smells Like Brownies says

      April 14, 2014 at 6:53 am

      Mmm, this looks delicious!

      Reply
      • Lea Ann Brown says

        April 18, 2014 at 2:18 pm

        Thanks Melissa.

        Reply
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