Classic Shrimp and Apple Cider Glaze Sheet Pan Dinner
This classic shrimp and apple cider glaze sheet pan dinner is a quick and delicious meal, perfect for a weeknight dinner, featuring succulent shrimp and tender vegetables coated in a flavorful glaze.
Equipment
- large baking sheet
- parchment paper
- large bowl
- small saucepan
- whisk
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Raw, peeled, deveined shrimp (medium, 15–20 count) ≈ 450 g
- 2 cups Broccoli florets ≈ 150 g
- 1 large Red bell pepper, sliced into strips
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- ½ tsp Kosher salt
- ¼ tsp Freshly ground black pepper
Apple Cider Glaze
- ½ cup Apple cider (unsweetened)
- 2 tbsp Brown sugar
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp Low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp Apple cider vinegar
- ½ tsp Smoked paprika
- 1 tsp Fresh thyme leaves or ½ tsp dried
For Garnish
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Cook
- In a large bowl, combine the shrimp, broccoli florets, and red bell pepper strips. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper, then toss to coat evenly, ensuring all ingredients are well mixed.
- Spread the seasoned shrimp and vegetables in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet; avoid overcrowding to ensure even cooking and browning.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque and the vegetables are tender-crisp. During the last few minutes of baking, prepare the apple cider glaze.
- In a small saucepan, whisk together the apple cider, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, low-sodium soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and smoked paprika. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves and the glaze thickens slightly. Remove from heat and stir in the fresh thyme leaves.
- Once the sheet pan is out of the oven, drizzle the warm apple cider glaze over the cooked shrimp and vegetables, tossing gently to coat them evenly.
- Garnish the finished dish with fresh chopped parsley before serving. Serve immediately as a complete meal or with your favorite side dish.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider marinating the shrimp in a small amount of the glaze for 15-20 minutes before baking. You can also add other quick-cooking vegetables like asparagus or snap peas to the sheet pan during the last 5-7 minutes of cooking. Adjust the spice level by adding a pinch of red pepper flakes to the glaze if you prefer a bit of heat.