Garlic Butter Shrimp Stuffed Peppers
These Garlic Butter Shrimp Stuffed Peppers are a delicious and easy-to-make dish featuring sweet bell peppers filled with succulent shrimp sautéed in garlic butter, combined with creamy cheese and herbs for a flavorful meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4
Ingredients
4 medium red bell peppers
1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup finely chopped yellow onion
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes. Set aside.
In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the shrimp to the skillet and season with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and crushed red pepper flakes.
Cook the shrimp for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they turn pink and are cooked through.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, lemon juice, and chopped parsley.
Add the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese to the shrimp mixture and stir until the cheese is melted and well combined.
Stuff each bell pepper with the shrimp and cheese mixture, pressing gently to fill completely.
Place the stuffed peppers upright in a baking dish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes until the peppers are tender and the filling is heated through.
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.