Craveable One Pan Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp A Weeknight Rice Bowl Dinner Magic
A comforting one pan dinner featuring tender shrimp, creamy garlic butter sauce, and fluffy rice—perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients
· 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
· 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
· 1 tablespoon olive oil
· 5 cloves garlic, minced
· 1 cup long-grain white rice, uncooked
· 2 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
· ¾ cup heavy cream
· ½ teaspoon salt
· ¼ teaspoon black pepper
· ½ teaspoon paprika
· ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
· ½ cup grated Parmesan-style cheese
· 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
· 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Cook shrimp 1–2 minutes per side until opaque; remove and set aside.
3. Add remaining butter and garlic to the pan; sauté briefly until fragrant.
4. Stir in rice and toast for 1 minute.
5. Add broth, bring to a simmer, cover, and cook on low for 15 minutes.
6. Stir in cream, paprika, and red pepper flakes; simmer uncovered 2–3 minutes.
7. Add cheese and stir until smooth.
8. Return shrimp to pan, add lemon juice, and gently combine.
9. Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
· Adjust creaminess by adding extra broth if needed.
· Best served fresh, but leftovers can be reheated gently with added liquid.