Baked Blackened Shrimp Recipe (2025)

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What is Blackened Seasoning How to shop for shrimp How is shrimp size determined? How do you make Blackened Shrimp in the oven? Tips for Shrimp Recipes Ideas for serving Blackened Shrimp Products you may need to make Baked Blackened Shrimp: Now just like in Forrest Gump, there are a ton of shrimp recipes. Here are a few of my favorites! Pin this yummy Baked Shrimp Recipe If you like this Blackened Shrimp appetizer, I think you’ll enjoy these appetizer recipes too! Recipes you’ve made popular Sensational Baked Blackened Shrimp Recipe Ingredients Instructions Video Notes Nutrition Nutritional Disclaimer FAQs

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Baked Blackened Shrimp recipe makes a quick dinner or the perfect finger-food appetizer. These deliciously spicy mouth-watering shrimp are ready in less than 10 minutes.

Baked Blackened Shrimp is bursting with spicy delicious flavor. This blackened shrimp recipe makes a quick and easy appetizer and is perfect in tacos, on salad, pasta, or rice in under 10 minutes!

Forrest Gump comes to mind when I think of shrimp. Because it’s true that it can be prepared in so many different ways. We LOVE Blackened Shrimp.

Well, maybe we just love blackened anything? Baking shrimp is now my go-to method because they’re perfectly cooked every single time. No more rubbery or mushy results…yuck.

Spicy shrimp makes this a healthier option when prepared as we do in this recipe and it takes only 10 minutes to get these mouthwatering perfectly cooked shrimp to your table. I call that a win win!

I’ve been up to my eyeballs in baked desserts lately. You know my weakness for chocolate right? After a while, I crave simple delicious recipes.

We were invited to one of our friend’s house and everyone was supposed to bring an appetizer.

I wanted something that would be delicious hot or cold. There always seem to be some dips and salsa appetizers so I decided to take this spicy shrimp recipe.

Little did I know there was going to be a contest of the most loved appetizer. This easy shrimp appetizer crushed the competition and I brought home a blue ribbon!

What is Blackened Seasoning

Even though there are so many ways you can season seafood, blackened is one of our favorites.

Blackened seasoning is usually associated with Cajun cooking. Blackened seasoning spices vary but are known to have a combination of herbs and spices.

I prefer to mix up a lot of my own spices. You can easily buy a premixed blackened seasoning but I’ve tried so many that I finally made my own Homemade Blackened Seasoning BlendRecipe which is our absolute favorite. I know what’s in it and I can adjust the heat to our liking.

We make our Baked Blackened Salmon at least 2 to 3 times a month.

Other seasonings for shrimp recipes that we use include our Spice Rub, Creole Seasoning, and Taco Seasoning recipes.

They all use ingredients you probably already have in your pantry.

How to shop for shrimp

There is not a live shrimp within 1,000 miles of where I live. Here in the midwest, we buy them two ways.

Frozen or previously frozen so I pick it up when it’s on sale and have it in my freezer year-round. Shrimp are great to have on hand.

If you have the option to buy fresh make sure that they don’t have an ammonia smell, are mushy or are falling apart…. I don’t think I even need to tell you this!

I found a great reference from Alton Brown that has a wealth of information including regulation and sustainability information on shrimp.

How is shrimp size determined?

Shrimp size is based on how many shrimp it takes to make a pound. While regulations vary, this is a general guide. As you can see there is some overlap.

Small – 51 or more
Medium – 36-50
Large – 26-40
Jumbo – 16-25
Colossal – fewer than 15

One of the first things that I consider when I’m buying my shrimp is size. I probably buy Jumbo more than the other sizes.

Shrimp do shrink as they cook even though it’s a little less when they’re baked.

I don’t want to have to search for a shrimp when I sit down to enjoy my meal or am grabbing my share from the appetizer platter.

How do you make Blackened Shrimp in the oven?

Preheat the oven and place a rack over a baking sheet.
Drizzle the shrimp with olive oil and coat them with the seasonings.
Put the shrimp on the baking sheet in a single layer.
Bake

Tips for Shrimp Recipes

For easy clean-up, we line our baking sheet with foil. We also recommend spraying the rack with non-stick cooking spray.
Save the shrimp peels and use them when you want to make a seafood broth or sauce. Just put them in the freezer for when you need them.
It’s better to serve cooled shrimp than to try and keep them hot. They will just overcook and turn to seafood rubber.
When making a seafood dish or soup add shrimp at the very end. Use a seafood broth to enhance the seafood flavor instead of relying on the shrimp to do it.
You can definitely grill or fry this blackened shrimp too.

Ideas for serving Blackened Shrimp

There are so many recipes that can be made up in a jiffy such as:

Tacos
Salads
Pasta
Rice or quinoa
Gumbo
Shrimp and Veggie Skewers

Products you may need to make Baked Blackened Shrimp:

Baking Sheets– These sheet pans are durable and I have four of them so I can get everything baked up in a jiffy.
Tongs– We have several of these tongs. They are perfect for grilling, mixing, and combining just about anything.

Now just like in Forrest Gump, there are a ton of shrimp recipes. Here are a few of my favorites!

Shrimp Stir Fry
Shrimp and Spinach Pasta
Sheet Pan Shrimp and Vegetables
Shrimp BLT

Pin this yummy Baked Shrimp Recipe

If you like this Blackened Shrimp appetizer, I think you’ll enjoy these appetizer recipes too!

It’s always good to have a balance of things to serve and shrimp is a great contrast to chips and dips or sweets.

Lamb Bites with Fig Balsamic Glaze – This recipe only looks fancy. It is perfect for any level of entertainment.
Baked Chicken Parmesan Meatballs – These meatballs are great as an appetizer or in a sandwich.
Muffuletta Cheeseball – This cheeseball has it all. It’s loaded with spicy meats, cheeses, and olive salad.
Everything Bagel Dip – You’ll love all of the flavors combined in this creamy dip.
Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings – No party is complete without chicken wings, and there’s nothing ordinary about these wings.

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We enjoyed this Blackened Shrimp recipe so much and it’s an easy appetizer to make and take for entertaining like a New Years’ get-together or Superbowl party.

Baking them assures that they aren’t going to get overcooked. That’s my favorite way to cook them too.

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Sensational Baked Blackened Shrimp Recipe

Author: Julie Menghini

Baked Blackened Shrimp recipe makes a quick dinner or appetizer. These deliciously spicy mouth-watering shrimp are ready in less than 10 minutes.

5 from 8 votes

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Course Appetizer, Main Dish, Seafood

Cuisine American

Keyword: Blackened Shrimp

Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients

1 lb raw shrimp cleaned and deveined
2 tsp blackened seasoning ground
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper ground
1 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
1/4 cup parsley chopped (optional)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400F° and place a cooling rack onabaking sheet. Spray the rack with non-stick cooking spray.
In a medium-sized bowl, drizzle raw shrimp with olive oil until they are lightly coated. Add blackened seasoning, and salt and pepper. Mix until coated. You can allow them to marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes or cook immediately.
Lay shrimp on the prepared rack. Bake undisturbed for 8 to 10 minutes. Don’t overcook.
Garnish with the fresh parsley if desired. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate.

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Notes

Baking method inspired by Ina Garten Food Network

Note: It’s better to allow the shrimp to cool than to try and keep them warm. Shrimp overcook easily.

Nutrition

Calories: 78kcalProtein: 15gFat: 1gCholesterol: 190mgSodium: 884mgPotassium: 74mgVitamin A: 210IUVitamin C: 6.4mgCalcium: 113mgIron: 1.8mg

Nutritional Disclaimer

This recipe was calculated using the exact brands and measurements I used to make this recipe. If you are following a strict diet please note changing anything will cause the nutritional info to change. My calculations are intended as a guide only.

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FAQs

What is the difference between grilled shrimp and blackened shrimp? ›

Searing is a method of using a high dry heat to cook food. Blackening takes that a step further by using a special spice blend. Blackened and charred food can look similar. Think of charring as something that happens to food on the grill.

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Why is it called blackened shrimp? ›

Why is it called blackened? “Blackened” typically refers to a blend of spicy seasonings that once cooked, turns the food a dark brown, almost black color. It does not mean it's burnt. Blackening is a method of cooking that you typically see on cajun-inspired foods like shrimp, seafood, and chicken.

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How many calories are in 1 blackened shrimp? ›

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Other sizes: 1 medium - 6kcal, 1 small - 5kcal, 3 oz - 90kcal, more...

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How to get a crust on shrimp? ›

Flour: Dredging your shrimp in all-purpose flour before frying promotes a wonderfully crunchy crust.

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Which is healthier, blackened or grilled? ›

Well, in general, cooking food over an open flame aka grilling it is much healthier as opposed to blackened food. In addition, to get that blackened crust, you'll ideally need to make sure your food is dipped in melted butter and then coated in the seasoning mix.

Is blackened seafood healthy? ›

To help prevent heart disease, it is important to include less fatty proteins in the diet like fish. Blackened Fish creates the best of both worlds with amazing flavor and health benefits!

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How is blackened prepared? ›

The food is dipped in melted butter and then sprinkled with a mixture of herbs and spices, usually some combination of thyme, oregano, chili pepper, peppercorns, salt, garlic powder, and onion powder. It is then cooked in a very hot cast-iron skillet.

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What is the black thing in the middle of shrimp? ›

The black line on the top of a shrimp is its digestive tract, so yes, that's poop you can see. It's safe to eat, but in general people tend to prefer their shrimp deveined, i.e. with the digestive tract removed, because the tract can have a bitter taste and a sandy texture.

How many calories are in 2 cups of grilled shrimp? ›

There are 418 calories in 2 cups of cooked Shrimp. * The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet.

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What not to do when cooking shrimp? ›

5 Mistakes to Avoid When Cooking Shrimp

Mistake #1: Buying the Wrong Shrimp.
Mistake #2: Improper Thawing.
Mistake #3: Overcooking the Shrimp.
Mistake #4: Not Deveining.
Mistake #5: Throwing Away the Shells.

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What's the tastiest way to cook shrimp? ›

Heat the oven to 450°F.
On a half sheet pan, toss the shrimp, salt, garlic, olive oil, red pepper flakes, and lemon zest. Let sit for 10 minutes.
Roast for 7 to 9 minutes, until pink and just cooked through. Remove from the oven, add the butter, and toss the shrimp until coated. Spritz with fresh lemon juice.

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Should you peel shrimp before baking? ›

Cooking shrimp with the shell on may seem convenient, but it can also hinder the absorption of flavors in your shrimp, making peeling at the table a messy affair as well. Remember to remove the shell before cooking if you want your sautéed shrimp to absorb intense flavors.

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What's the difference between chargrilled and blackened? ›

The Difference Is in the Spice

From the outside, blackened and charred foods might look similar, but one taste tells the difference. While blackening and charring both intentionally flirt with the thin line between food being burnt and well-cooked, blackening always involves the use of herbs and spices.

What is blackened grilled mean? ›

Food that is blackened isn't burnt; it's simply coated in a special spice blend that takes on a very dark brown, almost black color when cooked in a skillet, on a grill or in an oven. Blackened food almost always means blackened meat, chicken or seafood, including fish and shellfish like shrimp.

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Is blackened food grilled? ›

Unlike charring, which can occur while grilling or roasting foods at high temperature, or burning, which renders food inedible, blackening is a technique that relies on a good seasoning crust that comes together as a darkened crust on any number of foods, although fish and chicken are really very popular choices.

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What's the difference between grilled and broiled shrimp? ›

Grilled foods have a smoky, slightly charred flavor resulting from the flaring of the juices and fats that are rendered as the food cooks, as well as from direct contact with the rods of the grill rack. Broiling is similar to grilling but uses a heat source located above the food rather than below.