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Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp with Fluffy Rice

Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp with Fluffy Rice

  • Author: AlmaHerzog
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

This One-Pan Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp and Rice is a quick weeknight dinner featuring juicy shrimp in a garlicky, buttery cream sauce with Parmesan and lemon, served over fluffy rice for a rich and comforting meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes, optional
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp chopped parsley, optional
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups water or chicken broth
  • Salt, to taste
  • 1 tbsp butter

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup long-grain white rice, 2 cups water or chicken broth, salt, and 1 tbsp butter; bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18–20 minutes until rice is tender.
  2. Step 2: Season 1 lb large shrimp with salt, pepper, and 1 tsp paprika.
  3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook shrimp in a single layer for 1–2 minutes per side until pink and opaque, then remove and set aside.
  4. Step 4: In the same skillet over medium heat, sauté 3 tbsp unsalted butter and 5 cloves minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Step 5: Pour in ½ cup chicken broth and simmer for 2 minutes, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
  6. Step 6: Stir in 1 cup heavy cream and ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, simmering for 3–5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  7. Step 7: Add 1 tbsp lemon juice and ½ tsp red pepper flakes (if using), then return shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat and heat through.
  8. Step 8: Serve creamy garlic butter shrimp over warm rice and garnish with 2 tbsp chopped parsley if desired.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove with a splash of water or broth. Shrimp (without rice) can be frozen for up to 3 months.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 463 kcal
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 781 mg
  • Fat: 27 g
  • Saturated Fat: 16 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 38 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 24 g
  • Cholesterol: 153 mg

Keywords: creamy garlic butter shrimp, shrimp and rice, one pan dinner, quick seafood recipe

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