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Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp & Herb Rice Recipe

Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp & Herb Rice

There's something so comforting about a warm plate of creamy garlic butter shrimp served over fluffy herb rice. This dish brings back memories of family dinners and cozy nights in, where the aroma of garlic and butter wafts through the kitchen, making everyone eagerly gather around the table.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp
  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
For the Herb Rice
  • 1 cup long-grain rice
  • 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh herbs such as parsley, dill, or basil, chopped

Equipment

  • Medium Saucepan
  • Large Skillet

Method
 

  1. Step 1: In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the rice and cook for 1-2 minutes until lightly toasted.
  2. Step 2: Add the broth and a pinch of salt to the rice. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
  3. Step 3: Meanwhile, in a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Add the shrimp to the skillet, seasoning with paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
  5. Step 5: Stir in the heavy cream and chopped parsley, cooking for an additional 2 minutes until the sauce is heated through.
  6. Step 6: Once the rice is done, fluff it with a fork and stir in the fresh herbs.
  7. Step 7: Serve the creamy garlic butter shrimp over the herb rice and enjoy!

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, simply warm it in a skillet over medium heat, adding a splash of broth or cream to bring back the creaminess.