Creamy Garlic Shrimp with Rice
Indulge in the rich flavors of Creamy Garlic Shrimp with Rice, a dish that combines succulent shrimp and a velvety garlic sauce served over fluffy rice. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special dinners, ready in just 25 minutes. The creamy sauce elevates the shrimp to gourmet status while allowing you to customize the meal with your favorite vegetables and spices. Whether you’re hosting guests or enjoying a cozy night in, this dish is sure to impress everyone at your table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients
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- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream (or coconut cream)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup cooked rice
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the rice according to package instructions; set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add shrimp seasoned with salt and pepper. Cook until pink and opaque (2-3 minutes per side), then remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Pour in chicken broth and stir well.
- Gradually incorporate heavy cream, mixing until combined. Let simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return cooked shrimp to the skillet, stirring to coat in the creamy sauce. Heat through for another minute.
- Serve by placing a scoop of rice on each plate, topping it with creamy garlic shrimp, and garnishing with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 220mg
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