Description
A comforting and flavorful dish featuring succulent shrimp, aromatic garlic butter, and fluffy rice, perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp (medium or large, peeled and deveined)
- 1 cup long-grain rice or jasmine rice
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- Fresh herbs (like parsley or cilantro)
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (like bell peppers, onions, or spinach)
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium saucepan, bring the broth to a boil. Add the rice and a pinch of salt, stir, cover, and reduce to a simmer. Cook according to package instructions (15-20 minutes for white rice).
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute). Toss in the shrimp and cook until they start to turn pink (about 2-3 minutes). Add vegetables and sauté until slightly tender.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked rice, sautéed shrimp, and the butter-garlic mixture. Stir in fresh herbs and cheese if using.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish. Top with additional cheese if desired and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until bubbly and golden.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with additional herbs and serve warm.
Notes
Always taste as you go and adjust seasoning as needed. Adding a squeeze of fresh lemon juice before serving can enhance the dish’s flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: shrimp, rice bake, garlic butter, family recipe, easy dinner