Creamy garlic butter shrimp served with white rice and parsley garnish in a bowl

Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp with Herb Rice

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Golden shrimp, silky garlic sauce, and fragrant rice perfection

Indulge in this Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp with Herb Rice a restaurant-worthy dinner made in under 30 minutes! 🧈🦐 Tender shrimp are sautéed in golden garlic butter, then coated in a velvety cream sauce kissed with herbs, lemon, and Parmesan. Served over fluffy herb rice, every bite is rich, comforting, and absolutely irresistible. Whether it’s a cozy date night in or a quick weeknight dinner, this recipe brings the perfect mix of elegance and ease. ✨ The secret? Simple ingredients, bold flavor, and minimal cleanup. Get ready to wow your taste buds with this buttery, garlicky masterpiece that tastes like you spent hours in the kitchen!

Time Breakdown

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Servings: 4

Ingredients List

For the Shrimp

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ¼ cup chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • ½ tsp chili flakes (optional for a kick 🌶️)
  • Juice of ½ lemon
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

For the Herb Rice

  • 1 cup long-grain rice (white or jasmine)
  • 2 cups water or broth
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp dried parsley or 2 tbsp fresh parsley
  • ½ tsp garlic powder

Kitchen Tools You’ll Need

This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free:

  • Large skillet or sauté pan
  • Medium saucepan (for rice)
  • Measuring cups & spoons
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Lemon juicer (optional)

Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions

  1. Cook the rice: In a saucepan, bring water (or broth), butter, and salt to a boil. Stir in rice, reduce heat, cover, and simmer 15 minutes. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork. Stir in parsley and garlic powder. 🍚
  2. Prepare shrimp: Pat shrimp dry and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Sauté shrimp: In a large skillet, melt butter with olive oil over medium heat. Add shrimp and cook 1–2 minutes per side until pink and slightly golden. Remove and set aside. 🦐
  4. Make the sauce: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in cream, broth, Italian seasoning, and Parmesan. Simmer 2–3 minutes until thickened and creamy.
  5. Combine: Return shrimp to skillet, toss in sauce, and cook 1–2 minutes. Finish with lemon juice and chopped parsley. 🍋
  6. Serve: Spoon creamy garlic butter shrimp over herb rice and drizzle with extra sauce. Heaven on a plate! 💛

Pro Tips

  • Upgrade it: Add sautéed spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, or mushrooms for extra flavor.
  • Make it lighter: Swap heavy cream for half-and-half or coconut milk.
  • Storage: Refrigerate up to 2 days. Reheat gently with a splash of broth or cream.
  • Rice swap: Try orzo, couscous, or cauliflower rice for a twist!

Nutrition Table

Serving SizeCaloriesProteinCarbsFatFiberSugar
1 plate48032g36g22g2g3g