Description
Juicy shrimp are filled with a creamy spinach-artichoke mixture, then baked until golden and bubbling. This dish offers a rich, cheesy bite with a tender seafood base—perfect for entertaining or elevating dinner at home.
Ingredients
Shrimp Base:
- Large raw shrimp (peeled, deveined, tails intact)
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Smoked paprika (optional)
Filling:
- Fresh or thawed spinach (well-drained)
- Chopped artichoke hearts
- Cream cheese (softened)
- Sour cream
- Grated Parmesan
- Shredded mozzarella
- Garlic (minced)
- Onion powder
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Prepare the Oven and Shrimp: Set oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare a baking tray with parchment or grease lightly. Take each shrimp and carefully slice along the back to open it up. Do not cut all the way through. Press gently to flatten slightly and form a pocket. Brush lightly with oil and season evenly.
- Cook and Mix the Filling: Heat a small pan over medium heat and cook spinach briefly until wilted. If using frozen spinach, ensure all moisture is squeezed out. Transfer spinach to a bowl and combine with chopped artichokes, cream cheese, sour cream, Parmesan, mozzarella, garlic, onion powder, and optional chili flakes. Mix thoroughly until smooth and creamy.
- Fill Each Shrimp: Take a spoonful of filling and press it into the opened shrimp. Be generous but ensure it stays compact. Arrange shrimp in a single layer on the tray, keeping space between each.
- Bake Until Done: Place tray in oven and bake for 12–15 minutes. Watch closely—the shrimp should turn pink and opaque while the filling becomes bubbly and lightly golden on top.
- Rest and Finish: Remove from oven and allow to sit briefly. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve with fresh lemon wedges for brightness.
Notes
- Serve over pasta or with crusty bread for a complete meal
- Add spice with crushed chili flakes
- For extra richness, mix in additional cheese
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
Nutrition
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1 g
- Fat: 18 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g