Creamy Garlic Shrimp with Rice
Creamy Garlic Shrimp with Rice is a delightful and satisfying dish that’s perfect for any occasion, from cozy weeknight dinners to special gatherings. This quick recipe features succulent shrimp enveloped in a rich, creamy garlic sauce served over fluffy rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 cup long-grain or basmati rice
- 2 cups water
- Salt, to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until clear. In a pot, combine rinsed rice, water, and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes until the water is absorbed.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add shrimp to the skillet; cook until pink (about 3-5 minutes).
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in heavy cream and cook for another 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Fluff cooked rice with a fork and serve on plates. Spoon creamy garlic shrimp over the rice and garnish with chopped parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 165mg
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