Name: Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp with Rice: A Quick and Comforting One-Pan Meal
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 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

Description

Tender shrimp in a creamy garlic butter parmesan sauce, served over warm rice for a quick, comforting one-pan dinner.

Ingredients

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

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Instructions

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

Notes

Use plant-based ingredients for a dairy-free version. Add spinach or peas to bulk up with veggies. Store refrigerated for up to 3 days.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes