Description
Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp with Rice is a delightful dish that transforms tender shrimp into a comforting meal with minimal effort. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this one-pan recipe features shrimp sautéed in a rich garlic butter sauce and served over fluffy rice. In just 25 minutes, you can enjoy a scrumptious dinner that’s sure to impress family and friends alike. With its quick preparation and easy cleanup, this meal allows you to savor each bite without spending hours in the kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp butter, divided
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- 1/3 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- 1 tsp lemon juice (optional)
- 2 cups cooked white rice or brown rice
- Fresh parsley or green onion for garnish
Instructions
- Season the shrimp with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, melt 1 tbsp of butter and add the seasoned shrimp. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side until pink. Remove from skillet.
- Lower the heat and add the remaining butter to the skillet. Sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and stir in parmesan cheese; simmer until slightly thickened.
- Return shrimp to the skillet, tossing gently in sauce for an additional minute or two.
- Serve over warm rice, garnished with fresh parsley or green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 358
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 508mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 175mg