Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp Bowl with Herb Rice
Indulge in the delightful Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp Bowl with Herb Rice, a dish that’s perfect for both busy weeknights and special gatherings. This recipe brings together succulent shrimp enveloped in a rich, creamy garlic sauce, served atop fragrant herb-infused rice. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an impressive yet easy meal that will surely become a family favorite. With its bold flavors and comforting textures, this bowl not only satisfies your taste buds but also presents beautifully for guests.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Shrimp
- Garlic
- Butter or plant-based alternative
- Chicken broth
- Jasmine or basmati rice
- Fresh herbs (parsley or cilantro)
- Vegetable broth
Instructions
- Cook the herb rice: In a saucepan, combine rice and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce heat to simmer for about 15 minutes until fluffy. Stir in chopped fresh herbs before serving.
- Prepare the shrimp: In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Toss in shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 3–4 minutes.
- Combine: Pour chicken broth into the shrimp mixture, letting it simmer for 2–3 minutes to thicken. Serve hot over herb rice with extra herbs as garnish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 210mg