Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp and Rice Bowls
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp and Rice Bowls, a juicy shrimp dish perfect for any occasion. This recipe features succulent shrimp enveloped in a rich, garlicky butter-cream sauce, served over fluffy herb rice. With a preparation time of just 25 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights or relaxed gatherings with friends. Fresh parsley and dill add brightness, while zesty lemon elevates the dish to gourmet status. Whether you’re looking to impress guests or simply enjoy a comforting meal, this recipe is sure to satisfy your cravings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ lbs shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 4 Tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- 3 cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice
- ⅓ cup fresh parsley (finely chopped)
- 2 Tbsp fresh dill (chopped, optional)
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 Tbsp lemon juice (fresh)
- 1 tsp salt (or to taste)
- ½ tsp black pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix cooked rice with parsley, dill, salt, and olive oil; keep warm.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 Tbsp butter and oil. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Season shrimp with salt and pepper; cook in skillet until pink and opaque. Remove from skillet.
- Reduce heat; melt remaining butter, then stir in heavy cream and simmer until thickened.
- Add shrimp back to skillet; mix well with sauce along with remaining herbs and lemon juice.
- Serve shrimp over herb rice, drizzled with cream sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 595
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 220mg