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Creamy garlic butter shrimp served with herbed rice on a plate

Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp with Herbed Rice

A delightful dish of shrimp in a creamy garlic sauce served over fluffy herbed rice, perfect for cozy dinners or impressing guests.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined Use fresh shrimp for the best flavor or frozen shrimp that have been thawed.
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream Can be substituted with half-and-half or coconut milk for a lighter version.
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste Adjust to your taste; cayenne pepper can be added for spice.
For the Rice
  • 1 cup rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth Use for cooking the rice.
For Garnish
  • Fresh herbs (parsley, thyme, or basil) Use for garnish before serving.

Method
 

Cooking the Rice
  1. In a saucepan, bring chicken broth to a boil and add the rice.
  2. Cook the rice according to package instructions.
Making the Shrimp
  1. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  3. Add the shrimp to the skillet and season with paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. Cook until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
  5. Stir in the heavy cream and let it simmer until slightly thickened.
Serving the Dish
  1. Serve the shrimp over the herbed rice and garnish with fresh herbs.

Notes

If you have leftovers, let the dish cool down and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It should be eaten within 2-3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or microwave until warmed through.