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Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp with Rice

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A quick and comforting one-pan meal featuring tender shrimp in a creamy garlic butter sauce served over rice.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 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, freshly grated
  • 1 tsp lemon juice (optional)
  • 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cauliflower)
  • Fresh parsley or green onion, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Season shrimp with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  2. Sear shrimp in 1 tbsp butter over medium-high heat until pink, about 2–3 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet.
  3. Lower heat. Add remaining butter and garlic. Sauté for 1 minute.
  4. Stir in cream, parmesan, and lemon juice. Simmer until slightly thickened.
  5. Return shrimp to the pan and toss in sauce. Cook for an additional 1–2 minutes.
  6. Serve shrimp and sauce over warm rice. Garnish and enjoy.

Notes

For a lower-carb option, try serving over cauliflower rice. Use vegan butter and omit parmesan for a dairy-free version.

  • Author: Chef Rita
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Searing
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg