Garlic Butter Shrimp Bowl with Creamy Herb Rice Recipe
A flavorful Garlic Butter Shrimp Bowl featuring tender shrimp seared in garlic butter and served over creamy herb-infused rice. This quick and easy recipe combines the richness of Parmesan and fresh herbs to deliver a comforting and elegant meal perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Shrimp
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Garlic Butter Sauce
- 3 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill
Creamy Herb Rice
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 3 tbsp butter (2 tbsp for rice + 1 tbsp additional for sauce as per step 3 – combined)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Sear the Shrimp: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Pat shrimp dry and season with salt and pepper. Sear shrimp for 1 to 2 minutes on each side until they turn opaque. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
- Prepare Garlic Butter Sauce: Lower the heat to medium and melt butter in the same skillet. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in lemon juice, return the shrimp to the skillet, and toss to coat all shrimp evenly with the garlic butter sauce. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Make Creamy Herb Rice: In a saucepan, melt butter along with a small amount of olive oil. Add the cooked rice to the pan, then pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth. Simmer the mixture gently until it slightly thickens, stirring occasionally. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, chopped dill, salt, and pepper to incorporate all flavors evenly.
- Assemble the Bowl: Spoon the creamy herb rice into serving bowls first. Top each portion with the garlic butter shrimp. Drizzle any extra garlic butter sauce over the shrimp and rice. Garnish with additional fresh herbs or lemon zest if desired for added freshness and color.
Notes
- Ensure shrimp are not overcrowded in the skillet to achieve a good sear.
- You can substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth for a lighter flavor.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for the best taste and texture.
- Serve immediately to enjoy shrimp at their best texture and temperature.
- Optionally, garnish with lemon wedges for extra citrus brightness.
