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Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp Rice: Easy Comfort Food

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
A rich and flavorful dish combining succulent shrimp with creamy garlic sauce served over fluffy rice, perfect for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 1 lb Large Shrimp (Peeled and deveined, tail-on for presentation or tail-off for ease of eating.)

Dairy & Fats

  • 4 Tbsp Butter (Use vegan butter or ghee for a dairy-free option.)
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper (Freshly ground for a touch of warmth.)
  • 1 tsp Paprika (Adds a hint of color and subtle smoky depth.)
  • 1/2 tsp Chili Flakes (Optional for a whisper of heat.)
  • 4 cloves Garlic (Freshly minced is key for that irresistible aromatic punch!)

Sauce & Broth

  • 1 cup Heavy Cream (Or Half-and-Half for a lighter touch.)
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese (Freshly grated melts beautifully.)
  • 1 Tbsp Lemon Juice (Optional to brighten everything up.)
  • 1/2 cup Chicken or Vegetable Broth (Optional to thin the sauce.)

Carbohydrate

  • 4 cups Cooked Rice (Warm, fluffy jasmine, brown, or cauliflower rice for a low-carb delight.)

Fresh Herbs

  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley (Chopped for freshness and color.)

Instructions 

  • Cook the shrimp in butter with garlic, paprika, salt, pepper, and chili flakes until pink and cooked through.
  • Add heavy cream, Parmesan, lemon juice, and broth; simmer until sauce thickens.
  • Stir in cooked rice and chopped parsley; heat through.
  • Serve hot garnished with extra parsley if desired.

Notes

For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with vegan margarine and use coconut cream.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: shrimp