Creamy Garlic Shrimp over White Rice
Creamy Garlic Shrimp over White Rice
Ingredients
For the Shrimp and Seasoning
- 1 1/2 pounds large shrimp, peeled, deveined, tail-on
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
For the Creamy Sauce
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 lime, juiced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
For Serving
- 2 cups white rice, cooked according to package directions
Instructions
- 1
In a medium bowl, combine the shrimp with paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, dried parsley, salt, and Cajun seasoning. Mix thoroughly by hand until the shrimp are evenly coated.
⏱️ 5 min
- 2
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the butter and allow it to melt. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
⏱️ 2 min
- 3
Add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through. Do not overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary.
⏱️ 6 min
- 4
Reduce the heat to medium. Pour the heavy cream into the skillet with the shrimp. Squeeze the juice from the half lime into the sauce. Stir all ingredients together to combine.
⏱️ 2 min
- 5
Allow the sauce to come to a gentle simmer and cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly to your desired consistency.
⏱️ 5 min
- 6
Serve the creamy garlic shrimp immediately over beds of hot white rice. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Creamy Garlic Shrimp over White Rice
For the Shrimp and Seasoning
- 1 1/2 pounds large shrimp, peeled, deveined, tail-on
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
For the Creamy Sauce
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 lime, juiced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
For Serving
- 2 cups white rice, cooked according to package directions
Instructions
- 1
In a medium bowl, combine the shrimp with paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, dried parsley, salt, and Cajun seasoning. Mix thoroughly by hand until the shrimp are evenly coated.
⏱️ 5 min - 2
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the butter and allow it to melt. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
⏱️ 2 min - 3
Add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through. Do not overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary.
⏱️ 6 min - 4
Reduce the heat to medium. Pour the heavy cream into the skillet with the shrimp. Squeeze the juice from the half lime into the sauce. Stir all ingredients together to combine.
⏱️ 2 min - 5
Allow the sauce to come to a gentle simmer and cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly to your desired consistency.
⏱️ 5 min - 6
Serve the creamy garlic shrimp immediately over beds of hot white rice. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.