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Garlic Butter Shrimp over Creamy Rice

A delicious and satisfying meal featuring juicy shrimp in rich garlic butter, served over creamy rice. Perfect for a busy weeknight or special occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the shrimp and sauce
  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped parsley for garnish
For the rice
  • 1 cup rice
  • 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth

Method
 

Cooking the Rice
  1. In a saucepan, bring the chicken or vegetable broth to a boil.
  2. Add the rice and cook according to the package instructions.
Cooking the Shrimp
  1. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Add the shrimp to the skillet and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Cook until the shrimp are pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, mixing until well combined.
Serving the Dish
  1. Serve the garlic butter shrimp over the creamy rice, garnished with chopped parsley, and enjoy!

Notes

This dish is best served hot. To store leftovers, keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat, adding broth or water if needed. Avoid overcooking the shrimp as they cook quickly; they're done when they turn pink.