Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp Bowl with Herb Rice
Bring restaurant-quality flavor to your table with this Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp Bowl with Herb Rice. Juicy shrimp are sautéed in a rich garlic butter sauce and tossed with Parmesan and cream to create a luscious topping for fluffy herb rice. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners, dinner ideas, or even a healthy snack alternative, giving you versatile food ideas to satisfy your cravings. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy recipe is perfect for anyone looking for quick dinner ideas without sacrificing flavor.
Equipment
- Skillet
- Spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season shrimp with salt and pepper, then sear 1-2 minutes per side until pink and just cooked. Remove and set aside.
- Melt butter in the same skillet and sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and whisk in Parmesan. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return shrimp to the skillet, tossing to coat in the creamy garlic butter sauce.
- Spoon cooked rice into bowls, sprinkle with parsley and dill, and top with the shrimp. Serve immediately.
Notes
Avoid overcooking the shrimp to keep them tender. Add a splash of lemon juice before serving for brightness.
Nutrition
Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 32gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 210mgSodium: 580mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 18mgIron: 12mg
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