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Garlic Butter Shrimp Rice

Juicy shrimp tossed in rich garlic butter with fluffy seasoned rice for a quick and satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Comfort Food, Seafood
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 5 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 0.5 tsp paprika
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 cup broth
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 0.25 cup parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Season shrimp with paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat.
  3. Cook shrimp until pink, then remove and set aside.
  4. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
  5. Pour in broth and lemon juice, then stir in rice.
  6. Return shrimp to pan and toss to combine.
  7. Garnish with parsley and serve warm.

Notes

Use fresh garlic and avoid overcooking shrimp for best texture.