Garlic Butter Shrimp Stuffed Peppers
Garlic Butter Shrimp Stuffed Peppers are a vibrant and satisfying dish that brings together the rich flavor of garlic butter with tender shrimp, all nestled in colorful bell peppers. This recipe is perfect for family dinners or gatherings, offering a delightful combination of textures and tastes. Each stuffed pepper is filled with a cheesy shrimp mixture, making it a fantastic choice for seafood enthusiasts. With its quick preparation time and impressive presentation, this dish will surely become a favorite at your dinner table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large bell peppers
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove seeds. Arrange them in a baking dish.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant, then add shrimp and cook until pink (about 3-4 minutes). Chop shrimp into small pieces.
- In a mixing bowl, combine chopped shrimp, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
- Fill each bell pepper with the shrimp mixture generously.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until peppers are tender.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg