Baked Feta Shrimp (Printable Recipe)
Shrimp, feta, and tomatoes baked together with garlic and herbs for a simple Mediterranean one-pan meal.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 pound jumbo raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
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3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
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2 garlic cloves, grated or finely chopped
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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1/2 teaspoon crushed red chili pepper
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1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
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2 pints cherry tomatoes or 2 14-ounce cans, drained
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8 ounce block feta cheese, cut into large cubes
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1/4 cup chopped Italian parsley
→ Serving Options
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Toasted naan or pita bread
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Cooked pasta or rice
# Steps to Follow:
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Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Position rack in center for even roasting.
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Place shrimp in large bowl. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add half the garlic, oregano, chili pepper, black pepper, and salt. Toss to coat evenly.
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Scatter cherry tomatoes in baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining olive oil and garlic. Toss until glistening. Nestle feta cubes among tomatoes.
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Bake for 15 minutes until tomatoes release juices and feta begins to soften and brown slightly.
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Remove dish and distribute seasoned shrimp evenly across tomatoes and feta. Return to oven and bake 5-7 minutes until shrimp turn opaque and pink.
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Sprinkle with chopped parsley. Serve directly from baking dish with bread, pasta, or rice for soaking up sauce.
# Extra Tips:
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Pat shrimp dry before seasoning for best caramelization
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Use glass or ceramic baking dish for most even roasting
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Stir gently before serving to mingle juices with melted feta
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Can be served warm or at room temperature
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Store leftovers refrigerated up to 2 days, avoid freezing