Ingredients:

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and cook gently for 60-90 seconds until fragrant. Remove from heat immediately to prevent burning.
  3. Whisk the lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) into the warm garlic butter mixture.
  4. Place the cleaned shrimp in a large mixing bowl. Pour the entire garlic butter mixture over the shrimp and toss gently until every piece is evenly coated.
  5. Spread the coated shrimp in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring there is space between them for roasting.
  6. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the shrimp. If using Panko breadcrumbs for extra crispiness, sprinkle them on top now.
  7. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes. The shrimp are done when they curl into a 'C' shape and turn opaque pink, and the Parmesan topping is golden brown and bubbly.
  8. Remove from the oven, sprinkle immediately with fresh chopped parsley, and serve hot.