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Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp and Rice Bowls

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
A flavorful and creamy shrimp and rice bowl perfect for a quick, satisfying meal with fresh herbs and garlic.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 1.5 lb shrimp (peeled, deveined)

Dairy

  • 4 Tbsp unsalted butter
  • ¾ cup heavy cream

Grains

  • 3 cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice

Herbs & Seasonings

  • Fresh parsley (finely chopped) Fresh parsley
  • Fresh dill (finely chopped) Fresh dill
  • 2 Tbsp lemon juice

Oils

  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt (or to taste)
  • ½ tsp black pepper (freshly ground)

Instructions 

  • Cook rice and mix with herbs, salt, and olive oil; fluff with a fork.
  • Melt butter and sauté garlic in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Season shrimp with salt and pepper; cook until opaque.
  • Add remaining butter and heavy cream; simmer until thickened.
  • Return shrimp to sauce, add lemon juice and herbs; serve over rice.

Notes

Use fresh herbs for the best flavor and adjust seasoning to taste.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Creamy, rice, shrimp