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Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp Rice Bowl

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
A flavorful and creamy shrimp rice bowl featuring garlic, Parmesan, and fresh herbs, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Main ingredients

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup jasmine rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
  • to taste Salt and black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Optional

  • as needed Lemon wedges (for serving)

Instructions 

  • Cook rice in chicken broth until tender, then fluff and set aside.
  • Melt butter in a skillet, sauté garlic for 1-2 minutes, then cook shrimp 2-3 minutes per side until pink. Remove shrimp.
  • Add heavy cream to the skillet, simmer, then stir in remaining butter, Parmesan, and lemon juice until thickened. Return shrimp to coat with sauce.
  • Serve shrimp over rice, garnish with parsley, and add lemon wedges on the side.

Notes

Adjust red pepper flakes for spice preference and add extra lemon for more tang.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: shrimp