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Creamy Garlic Shrimp with Rice Bowl

A close-up of a white bowl filled with white rice topped generously with Creamy Garlic Shrimp.
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Prepare a quick and flavorful shrimp dish featuring shrimp coated in a rich garlic cream sauce, served over cooked rice for a complete meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 cups cooked white rice
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Cook the rice according to package directions and keep warm.
  2. Pat the shrimp dry and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until pink. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
  4. Add the butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant. Do not let the garlic brown.
  5. Pour in the white wine or broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let it simmer and reduce slightly for 2 minutes.
  6. Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the heavy cream and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
  7. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth. Add the lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  8. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss gently to coat them in the sauce. Cook for 1 minute to reheat the shrimp.
  9. Divide the cooked rice among serving bowls. Spoon the creamy garlic shrimp and sauce over the rice. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • For a thicker sauce, let the cream simmer for an extra minute or two before adding the cheese.
  • If you prefer not to use wine, use chicken broth or vegetable broth instead.
  • You can use frozen shrimp; thaw them completely and pat them very dry before cooking.

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