Oven Shrimp Gratin (Garlic–Lemon Cream) + Roasted Broccolini

A cozy, bistro-style shrimp gratin that feels fancy but cooks fast: tender shrimp in a creamy garlic–lemon sauce, topped with crisp breadcrumbs, with bright roasted broccolini on the side to cut the richness.

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Ingredients

Kroger® Large Raw Shrimp, peeled & deveined, tail-off (12 oz) 12 oz $5.99 sale (reg $7.99)
Broccoli or broccolini (in-season winter veg; substitute broccoli crown) 12–16 oz (not provided)
Garlic 3 cloves, minced Simple Truth Organic® Garlic Bulbs 3 ct $1.99
Lemon 1 (not provided)
Heavy cream (or half-and-half) 1/2 cup (not provided)
Dry white wine or seafood stock (optional but recommended) 1/4 cup (not provided)
Parmesan, finely grated 1/3 cup (not provided)
Panko breadcrumbs 1/2 cup (not provided)
Butter 2 tbsp (not provided)
Olive oil 1–2 tbsp (not provided)
Red pepper flakes (optional) Pinch (not provided)
Salt & black pepper To taste (not provided)

Instructions

Prep: Heat oven to 425°F. Pat dry 12 oz peeled shrimp and season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Mince 3 garlic cloves. Zest and juice 1 lemon.
Prep side: Toss 12–16 oz broccolini/broccoli with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and black pepper. Spread on a sheet pan.
Start sauce (stove): In an oven-safe skillet (or small baking dish), melt 1 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add the 3 minced garlic cloves and a pinch of red pepper flakes; cook 30 seconds. Add 1/4 cup white wine (or stock) and simmer 1 minute.
Finish sauce: Stir in 1/2 cup cream, 1 tsp lemon zest, and 1 tbsp lemon juice. Simmer 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened; taste and adjust salt/pepper.
Add shrimp: Off heat, stir the seasoned 12 oz shrimp into the sauce in a single layer (they’ll finish in the oven).
Make topping: In a bowl, mix 1/2 cup panko, 1/3 cup Parmesan, 1 tbsp melted butter (microwave 15 seconds), and 1 tsp olive oil. Sprinkle evenly over the shrimp.
Bake: Put shrimp gratin on the top rack and the broccolini/broccoli sheet pan on the lower rack. Bake 10–12 minutes until shrimp are just opaque and topping is golden (broccolini should be browned at tips). If topping needs color, broil 30–60 seconds, watching closely.
Serve: Squeeze a little more lemon over the shrimp and veg. Optional: serve with crusty bread if you have it (not required).

Health notes: ~750–900 kcal/person depending on cream/breadcrumb amount. Moderate indulgence (cream + butter), but strong protein; add extra veg or swap half-and-half for lighter.

Drink pairing: Look for a zesty, high-acid white to lift the cream and lemon. Great matches: Muscadet (sur lie) for briny freshness, or a lean Chardonnay (unoaked) for subtle body. Local-ish pick (if available): Oregon Pinot Gris (e.g., King Estate Pinot Gris) is a very safe, food-friendly fit.

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