Light, creamy, and packed with protein—this baked shrimp dish is quick, satisfying, and perfect for a healthy dinner.

🍤 Recipe Overview

Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 18–20 minutes
Total Time: ~30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1½ lbs raw shrimp, peeled & deveined
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder

Creamy Protein Sauce

  • ¾ cup plain Greek yogurt (high-protein)
  • ¼ cup cottage cheese, blended smooth
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)

Topping

  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella or provolone cheese
  • 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tbsp chopped parsley (optional)

Instructions

1️⃣ Preheat Oven

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Lightly grease an 8×10 or 9×9 baking dish.

2️⃣ Season the Shrimp

  • Pat shrimp dry.
  • Toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
  • Spread shrimp evenly in the baking dish.

3️⃣ Make the Creamy Sauce

  • In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, blended cottage cheese, garlic, Parmesan, lemon juice, and Dijon until smooth.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning.

4️⃣ Assemble

  • Spoon the creamy sauce evenly over the shrimp.
  • Sprinkle mozzarella and extra Parmesan on top.

5️⃣ Bake

  • Bake uncovered for 18–20 minutes, until shrimp are pink and cooked through and cheese is lightly golden.

(Optional: Broil for 1–2 minutes for extra browning.)

6️⃣ Serve

  • Garnish with fresh parsley.
  • Serve hot.

💪 Protein Boost & Variations

  • Add cooked quinoa or chickpeas under the shrimp
  • Stir spinach or broccoli into the dish before baking
  • Use fat-free Greek yogurt for lighter macros

🥗 Serving Ideas

  • With roasted vegetables
  • Over cauliflower rice or brown rice
  • With a fresh side salad