Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp with Rice

Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp with Rice 

Prep Time: 10 mins

Cook Time: 15 mins

Servings: 4

Calories: ~520 per serving

 Ingredients:

• 1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled & deveined

• 2 tbsp butter

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 4 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 tsp paprika

• Salt & black pepper, to taste

• ½ tsp chili flakes (optional, for heat)

• 1 tbsp butter

• 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for lighter)

• ½ cup chicken broth (or vegetable broth)

• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning (or mix of basil, oregano, thyme)

• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

• Zest & juice of ½ lemon

• 1 cup uncooked jasmine or basmati rice

• 2 cups water or chicken broth

• Pinch of salt

 Instructions:

1. Cook the Rice

• Rinse rice under cold water.

• In a saucepan, bring 2 cups water (or broth) + pinch of salt to boil.

• Add rice, reduce heat to low, cover, and cook 12–15 mins until fluffy. Keep warm.

2. Cook the Shrimp

• Pat shrimp dry. Season with paprika, salt, and pepper.

• Heat olive oil + butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

• Add shrimp and cook 1–2 mins per side until pink and slightly golden. Remove and set aside.

3. Make the Creamy Garlic Butter Sauce

• In the same skillet, add butter + garlic, sauté 30 seconds until fragrant.

• Pour in broth, heavy cream, and Parmesan. Stir until smooth.

• Add Italian seasoning, lemon juice, and zest. Simmer 2–3 mins until slightly thickened.

4. Combine & Serve

• Return shrimp to skillet, coat in sauce, and cook 1–2 mins more.

• Serve shrimp & sauce over fluffy rice.

• Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan if desired.