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One Pan Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp A Weeknight Rice Bowl

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
A quick and delicious rice bowl featuring succulent shrimp in a creamy garlic butter sauce, perfect for weeknights.

Ingredients

protein

  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined

dairy

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 cup heavy cream

spices and seasonings

  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • salt and pepper to taste salt and pepper

carbohydrates

  • 2 cups cooked rice

greens

  • 1 cup spinach or other greens

garnish

  • fresh parsley, chopped parsley (for garnish)
  • lemon wedges lemon wedges (for serving)

Instructions 

  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
  • Add shrimp, season with paprika, salt, and pepper; cook until pink, 3-4 minutes.
  • Pour in heavy cream, simmer 2-3 minutes until thickened.
  • Add spinach, cook until wilted, then serve over rice, garnished with parsley and lemon wedges.

Notes

Use fresh garlic for best flavor and adjust seasoning to taste.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: shrimp