Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp with Rice
Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp with Rice is a quick and comforting one-pan meal that brings a burst of flavor to your dining table in just 25 minutes. This delightful dish features tender shrimp sautéed in a rich, creamy garlic butter sauce, perfectly complemented by fluffy rice. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions, it’s versatile enough to be served over rice, quinoa, or pasta. With its blend of savory ingredients and fresh herbs, this recipe promises to impress anyone at your table while being easy to prepare. Enjoy a satisfying meal that’s both delicious and wholesome!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients
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- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- 1/3 cup freshly grated parmesan
- 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cauliflower)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Optional: 1 tsp lemon juice and fresh parsley or green onion for garnish
Instructions
- Season the shrimp with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- In a large skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat. Add seasoned shrimp and cook until pink (2–3 minutes per side). Remove from skillet.
- Lower heat to medium; add remaining butter and sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute.
- Stir in heavy cream (or half-and-half) and parmesan cheese; simmer until slightly thickened.
- Return shrimp to the pan and toss gently in the sauce; cook for an additional 1–2 minutes.
- Serve over warm cooked rice and garnish with parsley or green onion.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 210mg