Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp with Rice: A Quick and Comforting One-Pan Meal
Indulge in the savory delight of Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp with Rice, a quick and comforting one-pan meal that’s sure to impress. This dish features tender shrimp sautéed to perfection and enveloped in a rich garlic butter sauce. Paired with fluffy rice, it offers a satisfying blend of flavors that’s ideal for both busy weeknights and special gatherings. With just a handful of ingredients and a straightforward preparation process, you can create a gourmet experience in under 30 minutes. Perfect for family dinners or impressing guests, this meal is versatile, allowing for various substitutions and additions to suit your taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp butter, divided
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- 1/3 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cauliflower)
- 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 tablespoon of butter and sear the shrimp until pink (2–3 minutes per side). Remove from skillet.
- Lower the heat; add remaining butter and minced garlic. Sauté for 1 minute.
- Stir in cream and parmesan; simmer until slightly thickened.
- Return shrimp to the skillet; toss gently in sauce for 1–2 minutes until heated through.
- Serve over warm rice and garnish with parsley or green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 150mg