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Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp Bowl

Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp Bowl for a Cozy Weeknight Dinner

This Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp Bowl combines succulent shrimp with a rich garlic sauce, perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Herb Rice
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth can substitute half with water for richer taste
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice or Jasmine rice; brown rice or quinoa can be used
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt to enhance flavor
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter optional but recommended
  • 0.25 cup chopped fresh parsley or dill or cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest for a bright flavor
For the Shrimp and Sauce
  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • to taste salt and pepper for seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter for the sauce
  • 3-4 cloves garlic finely minced
  • to taste pinch red pepper flakes for heat
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese or Asiago/Pecorino
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice for balance in flavors
  • 0.25 cup extra parsley for garnish
  • 2 lemon wedges for serving
  • optional crusty bread or steamed vegetables sides to complement the dish

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • large skillet
  • measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Cook Herb Rice
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine chicken broth, rice, salt, and butter. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-18 minutes until tender.
Season Shrimp
  1. Pat the shrimp dry and season with salt and pepper.
Sear Shrimp
  1. Heat olive oil in skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer, cooking 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
Build Garlic Butter Sauce
  1. In the same skillet, reduce heat and melt butter. Add garlic and red pepper flakes; sauté for 30 seconds. Stir in heavy cream and simmer until thickened.
Finish Shrimp
  1. Return shrimp to skillet with sauce, add lemon juice and parsley. Cook for an additional minute.
Build the Bowls
  1. Divide herb rice among bowls, top with shrimp and sauce, garnish with parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 300mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure shrimp is patted dry for better searing. Adjust seasonings to taste before serving.

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