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Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp

Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp That Will Wow Your Taste Buds

Indulge in creamy garlic butter shrimp—a dish that combines comfort and elegance in under 30 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp fresh recommended
  • salt to taste
  • pepper freshly cracked
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika can replace with regular paprika
For the Rice
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice jasmine or basmati can be used
  • 2 cups chicken broth vegetable broth for vegetarian option
  • 1 tablespoon butter for flavor
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil can swap for butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1 cup heavy cream substitute with half-and-half or coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice fresh for best taste
  • red pepper flakes optional
To Garnish
  • fresh parsley chopped finely
  • lemon wedges for serving

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of long-grain white rice, 2 cups of chicken broth, 1 tablespoon of butter, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 18-20 minutes.
  2. Pat dry 1 pound of shrimp, season with salt, pepper, and 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet and cook shrimp 1-2 minutes on each side until pink and opaque. Remove and keep warm.
  3. Lower heat and add 3 tablespoons of butter and 4 cloves of minced garlic to the skillet. Stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Pour in 1 cup of chicken broth, scraping any bits from the bottom. Simmer for 2 minutes, then stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream and 1/2 cup grated Parmesan. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until thickened.
  5. Add juice of half a lemon and red pepper flakes. Return shrimp to the skillet, tossing to coat. Heat through for another minute.
  6. Serve shrimp over the rice and garnish with parsley and lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Choose fresh shrimp for best flavor, avoid overcooking, and customize with veggies if desired. Leftovers can be refrigerated for 2 days.

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