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Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp with Rice

Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp with Rice: Comfort in Every Bite

This Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp with Rice is a gluten-free, quick dinner that transforms ordinary ingredients into a comforting meal, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Shrimp, large, peeled and deveined Best texture and flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Can substitute with ghee or vegan butter.
For the Sauce
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced Fresh cloves are essential.
  • 1 cup Cream or Half-and-Half Greek yogurt is a lighter alternative.
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese, freshly grated Adds depth to the sauce.
For the Finish
  • 0.25 cup Fresh Herbs (Parsley or Thyme), chopped Brightens the dish.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Optional, adds refreshing acidity.
For the Base
  • 4 cups Cooked Rice Consider jasmine, brown, or cauliflower rice.

Equipment

  • skillet

Method
 

Instructions for Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp with Rice
  1. Thaw and rinse 1 pound of shrimp if frozen. Pat dry and season with salt, pepper, and optional paprika and chili flakes.
  2. In a large skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and keep warm.
  3. Lower heat to medium, add another tablespoon of butter, then 4 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for 1 minute. Stir in 1 cup of cream and scrape up brown bits. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
  4. Return cooked shrimp to skillet and toss in sauce. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until heated through. Optionally add a splash of lemon juice.
  5. Spoon rice onto plates, top with shrimp and creamy sauce, and garnish with chopped parsley or lemon zest.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For the best taste, enjoy Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp with Rice fresh. Store leftovers separately to maintain texture.

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