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Home » Recipes » Main Courses » Fish & Seafood » Shrimp Appetizer

Quick and Easy Prosciutto-Wrapped Shrimp & Goat Cheese Appetizer

Published December 14, 2019. Last updated January 9, 2022 by Judy Purcell 20 Comments

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This Prosciutto-Wrapped Shrimp and Goat Cheese Appetizer is quick, easy and brings serious wow to holiday parties or intimate dinners.

Seven simple ingredients create one fabulous shrimp appetizer!

Prosciutto-wrapped shrimp stuffed with goat cheese appetizer on a dark plate served with olives and almonds.
Prosciutto-wrapped jumbo shrimp stuffed with goat cheese served as an appetizer.

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Crispy prosciutto, herb-infused goat cheese, and shrimp all rolled together into an exquisite appetizer. 

We enjoyed this prosciutto, shrimp and goat cheese appetizer so much for our Sweetheart Dinner we made it again with a garden salad for an easy weekday meal. 

Prosciutto, shrimp, goat cheese, parsley, lemon pepper, garlic, and Italian herbs on a cutting board to show the ingredients in a shrimp appetizer recipe.
Prosciutto-wrapped shrimp with goat cheese ingrdients.

Seven simple ingredients and 5 easy steps is all it takes to bring your appetizer A-game. You’ll wonder why you haven’t used prosciutto to shrink wrap your food long ago.

Prosciutto can be a little delicate to work with, but it’s the thin, flexible aspect of the prosciutto that causes it to shrink and crisp so quickly.

You’ll love how fast and easy it is to get this shrimp appetizer ready for the table with just 6 minutes of cooking time!

Step by step photo collage how to make prosciutto wrapped shrimp and goat cheese appetizer.

Prosciutto-Wrapped Shrimp Step by Step

  1. Butterfly peeled and deveined shrimp (tails on or off, your choice).
  2. Mix herbs and goat cheese.
  3. Stuff shrimp.
  4. Roll up on 1/2 slice of prosciutto to wrap.
  5. Pan-sear 3 minutes on each side.

Shrimp Prep TIP: If shrimp is not already peeled and deveined you can use a sharp knife to cut the back of the shell and remove the dark vein or use a simple shrimp cleaner which works great.)

Recipe Tips

  • 21-25 count shrimp or larger are easier to stuff.
  • Shrimp can be stuffed and wrapped up to 24 hours in advance; cook just before serving.
  • Softening the goat cheese to room temperature helps with mixing.
  • Don’t worry if the prosciutto breaks when wrapping. Simply overlap the broken pieces to help it stick long enough to get it to the skillet.
Close up of prosciutto wrapped shrimp with goat cheese on a dark plate.

Recipe Variations

  • Substitute fresh herbs in place of the dried Italian seasoning or parsley.
  • Substitute speck in place of prosciutto.
  • Serve with a honey-mustard dipping sauce.
  • Remove the tails and serve as a salad protein topper.

Appetizer or weeknight main dish, this Prosciutto-Wrapped Shrimp and Goat Cheese Appetizer recipe is sure to bring out the oohs and aahs in everyone.

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Prosciutto-Wrapped Shrimp and Goat Cheese Appetizer

Herbed goat cheese stuffed shrimp, wrapped with prosciutto for a crispy, savory shrimp appetizer.
Prep Time20 minutes mins
Cook Time6 minutes mins
Total Time26 minutes mins
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6
Author: Judy Purcell
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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil
  • 12 (21-25 count) large shrimp tail on, peeled and deveined, and butterflied
  • 6 slices prosciutto
  • 4 ounces goat cheese softened
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon dry Italian herb seasoning (optional)
  • 1/2 clove garlic — minced
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Instructions

  • Butterfly shrimp by slicing the backside toward the top, without cutting all the way through to create an open pocket for the cheese filling.
  • In a mixing bowl, blend 4 ounces goat cheese, 1 1/2 teaspoons minced parsley, 1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper, 1/4 teaspoon Italian herbs, and 1/2 clove minced garlic together. Press approximately 1 1/2 teaspoons of the filling in the butterflied cavity of each shrimp.
  • Place 1 slice of prosciutto on cutting board and slice lengthwise in half to create 2 strips. Wrap each shrimp tightly with one strip of prosciutto.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over med heat until hot. Sear the shrimp for 3 minutes on each side, or until the shrimp turn pink and the prosciutto is crisp.
  • Remove from skillet and serve.

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Notes

Recipe Tips:

  • 21-25 count shrimp or larger are easier to stuff.
  • Substitute fresh herbs in place of the dried Italian seasoning or parsley.
  • Substitute speck in place of prosciutto.
  • Shrimp can be prepped and wrapped up to 24 hours in advance and cooked just before serving.

Equipment

cast iron skillet
shrimp cleaner

Nutrition

Calories: 126kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 19mg | Sodium: 138mg | Potassium: 16mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 195IU | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 1mg
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Prosciutto Wrapped Shrimp with Goat Cheese

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  1. Cluster Rush Online says

    March 15, 2025 at 11:45 am

    This prosciutto-wrapped shrimp appetizer sounds absolutely delicious! I love the combination of salty prosciutto with creamy goat cheese. Can’t wait to try this for my next gathering—thank you for the fantastic recipe!

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  2. Michele Loschiavo says

    April 27, 2020 at 4:53 pm

    Can I bake or broil them instead of frying?

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    • Judy Purcell says

      April 28, 2020 at 7:22 am

      Hi Michele, yes you could broil them. I would brush them with a little oil and broil on HIGH for 2-3 minutes on each side. An air fryer would work too. 🙂

      Reply
  3. mjskitchen says

    January 14, 2020 at 2:17 pm

    5 stars
    My mouth is already watering! These shrimp look quite delicious. I would love to make this treat for the football games this weekend. Hopefully I can find some decent shrimp around here. It hasn’t been easy lately.

    Hope you and your family had a wonderful holiday!

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  4. Kari - Get Inspired Everyday! says

    December 23, 2019 at 8:20 am

    5 stars
    Oh my these look absolutely amazing, definitely agree they’re exquisite!

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  5. jennifer says

    December 22, 2019 at 8:07 am

    5 stars
    I think I’m planning to make a meal of the entire baking sheet full! I’m serious . . maybe rice and salad on the side (or not!)

    Reply
  6. Zuzana says

    December 22, 2019 at 5:06 am

    i don’t really like fish but this still looks good

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  7. Don Baiocchi says

    December 19, 2019 at 3:01 pm

    5 stars
    Whoa, I didn’t know you could stuff shrimp like this. I bet these are VERY popular. I’ll have to try them!

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  8. Kelly says

    December 19, 2019 at 2:54 pm

    5 stars
    So elegant! Tastes delicious and super easy to make!

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  9. ChihYu says

    December 19, 2019 at 10:47 am

    5 stars
    These are so good! Easy to make and the flavors and textures are perfect!

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  10. Hope says

    December 18, 2019 at 8:35 pm

    5 stars
    Loving this for an appetizer , snack or light dinner! I have never tried stuffing shrimp before, great idea!

    Reply
  11. linda spiker says

    December 18, 2019 at 5:45 pm

    5 stars
    We made these and served them with a salad! Perfect light meal.

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  12. Heather H says

    December 18, 2019 at 9:16 am

    Something so yummy has just one carb, I can’t believe it but i’ll definitely eat it! I just so happened to have bought a large amount of shrimp that I must consume right away!

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  13. Jean Choi says

    December 16, 2019 at 7:30 pm

    5 stars
    Everything I love in one bite! This is the perfect holiday. appetizer.

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  14. ken says

    December 1, 2019 at 9:13 am

    Gonna try it tonight with my girl friend let you know later how it turned out????????????

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    • Judy Purcell says

      December 2, 2019 at 6:40 am

      Let me know how it goes!!!

      Reply
  15. Chris's Gourmet Fashion says

    February 27, 2011 at 1:22 pm

    Love this combination of foods! Pretty pictures too.

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  16. rsmacaalay says

    February 22, 2011 at 11:21 pm

    Your appetizers makes me really hungry. Shrimp + Prosciutto + Goats Cheese = Mega Yummy!

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  17. Erika says

    February 22, 2011 at 2:40 pm

    This makes my mouth water and my tummy rumble…..

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