Description
Creamy garlic shrimp with rice is a quick and comforting dish featuring tender shrimp cooked in a rich, garlicky cream sauce served over fluffy rice. Ready in under 30 minutes, it offers an indulgent yet easy-to-make meal perfect for busy weeknights or anytime you crave satisfying comfort food.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp and Seasoning
- 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Sauce
- 3 tbsp butter, divided
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Base
- 3 cups cooked rice (white, jasmine, or brown rice)
Instructions
- Prepare the Rice: Cook rice according to package directions or your preferred method until fluffy and warm, ready to serve as the base for the creamy shrimp.
- Sauté the Shrimp: Heat 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer, season lightly with salt and pepper, and cook about 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from pan and set aside to prevent overcooking.
- Build the Sauce: In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tablespoon butter if needed. Add minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned. Pour in chicken broth and let simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Create Creamy Sauce Base: Reduce heat to low and stir in heavy cream and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Continuously stir until sauce thickens and cheese melts smoothly, forming a rich, creamy texture.
- Combine and Finish: Return cooked shrimp to the skillet and gently toss to coat with the sauce. Add lemon juice and sprinkle with chopped parsley. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve Over Rice: Plate the creamy garlic shrimp generously over bowls of warm cooked rice to soak up the velvety sauce and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Shrimp Size Matters: Medium to large shrimp work best for a juicy, tender texture.
- Don’t Overcook Shrimp: Remove shrimp as soon as they turn pink to avoid rubbery texture.
- Fresh Garlic is Key: Avoid pre-minced garlic for more vibrant flavor.
- Simmer Sauce Gently: Keep the heat low when adding cream to prevent curdling.
- Use Fresh Parmesan: Grate your own cheese to ensure a smoother sauce consistency.
- Rest the Sauce: Let the sauce sit for a minute off the heat to thicken naturally.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 220 mg
Keywords: creamy garlic shrimp, shrimp with rice, quick shrimp recipe, comfort food, garlic cream sauce
