Oven Baked Breaded Calamari Rings

A plate of baked calamari with a panko breading and a lemon wedge on the side.

Oven Baked Breaded Calamari Rings

Crispy Baked Breaded Calamari is a light, crispy, and crunchy breaded calamari recipe. Oven-baked to golden perfection with a crunchy coating. Perfect as a snack or appetizer with a zesty marinara dipping sauce.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine Italian, Mediterranean

Keyword baked calamari, calamari rings, oven baked calamari

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings servings

Calories 305kcal

Author Eileen Murphy Kelly

Equipment

Ingredients

1 large egg Note 1
¾ cup panko breadcrumbs
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 pound calamari rings
2 Tablespoons olive oil
4 Lemon wedges garnish
1 cup marinara sauce dipping sauce

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
In a dredging pan, beat 1 large egg until combined.
In a separate shallow bowl or dredging pan, mix ¾ cup panko breadcrumbs, ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper.
Dip each calamari ring first into the egg mix, then coat thoroughly in the breadcrumb mixture.
Place coated calamari on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Drizzle prepared calamari with 2 Tablespoons olive oil. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
Serve the calamari with 4 Lemon wedges and 1 cup marinara sauce , for dipping.

Notes

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Cooking Tips
● Use fresh or well-thawed calamari for the best texture.
● Don’t overcrowd the baking sheet to ensure even crispiness.
● Serve immediately for crispy and crunchy results.

Storage & Reheating
Store: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 1 day.
Reheat: Reheat in a hot oven (400°F/200°C) for 5-7 minutes to crisp up again.
Freeze: Not recommended; coating may become soggy after thawing.

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