Creamy Garlic Shrimp and Rice for Quick Weeknight Bliss Recipe
Creamy Garlic Shrimp and Rice is a quick and comforting weeknight meal featuring succulent shrimp cooked in a luscious garlic cream sauce served over fluffy jasmine rice. This dish combines rich flavors with ease of preparation, perfect for a delightful dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Shrimp
- 1 pound large shrimp, thawed if frozen
Rice
- 1 cup jasmine or basmati rice
Broth
- 2 cups chicken broth
Flavor
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the rice: Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until water runs clear. In a medium saucepan, combine the rice and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and keep covered.
- Sauté garlic: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
- Cook shrimp: Add the large shrimp to the skillet with the garlic and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
- Make the creamy sauce: Lower the heat and stir in heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes if using. Cook gently for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine and serve: Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, gently stirring to coat them in the creamy garlic sauce. Serve shrimp and sauce over the cooked jasmine rice immediately for a comforting meal.
Notes
- Use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth to make this dish vegetarian.
- Substitute butter with olive oil for a lighter option.
- For a dairy-free alternative, replace heavy cream with coconut milk and Parmesan cheese with nutritional yeast.
- Adjust red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper according to your preferred spice level.
- Brown rice can be used instead of jasmine rice for a healthier twist, though cooking time will increase.
