Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp Rice: Easy Comfort Food
Indulge in the delightful Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp Rice, an easy comfort food that transforms a busy weeknight into a gourmet experience. This dish combines succulent shrimp with a rich garlic butter sauce and fluffy rice, creating a satisfying meal that’s perfect for any occasion. With just 25 minutes of preparation, you can enjoy a restaurant-quality dinner at home. Packed with flavor and customizable to suit your taste, this one-pan wonder is as convenient as it is delicious. Whether you’re hosting a family dinner or simply treating yourself, Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp Rice is sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 4 Tbsp butter (or vegan alternative)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup heavy cream (or Half-and-Half)
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 4 cups cooked rice
- Spices: salt, black pepper, paprika, chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: peel shrimp, mince garlic, and chop parsley.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter until bubbly. Add shrimp, seasoning with salt, pepper, paprika, and chili flakes. Cook for 3-4 minutes until pink; set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic for 30 seconds. Add cream and broth; simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Return shrimp to the skillet along with Parmesan cheese; stir until combined.
- Serve over warm rice and garnish with parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 37g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 205mg