Garlic Butter Shrimp Herb Rice (Print-Friendly Version)
Succulent garlic shrimp served atop fragrant, herbed rice. Ideal for sharing and easy to prepare.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ For the Garlic Butter Shrimp
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1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
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3 tablespoons unsalted butter
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4 cloves garlic, finely minced
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1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
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1 teaspoon dried parsley
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Salt and ground black pepper, as needed
→ For the Herb Rice
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1 cup uncooked white rice
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2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 teaspoon dried basil
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1 teaspoon dried thyme
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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Salt to taste
# How to Make It:
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Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir in uncooked white rice and sauté for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant and lightly toasted.
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Add chicken broth, dried basil, dried thyme, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt. Stir well, bring to a gentle boil, then cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 18 to 20 minutes until the rice is tender and liquid is fully absorbed.
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Remove saucepan from heat and allow rice to stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff the cooked rice with a fork before serving.
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In a large skillet, melt unsalted butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté, stirring constantly, for about 1 minute until aromatic without browning.
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Add shrimp to the skillet. Season with salt, ground black pepper, and dried parsley. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until shrimp are pink and opaque.
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Drizzle freshly squeezed lemon juice over the shrimp just before removing the skillet from heat.
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Spoon herb rice onto plates or bowls and top with the garlic butter shrimp. Garnish with additional parsley or a lemon wedge if desired.
# Extra Suggestions:
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For maximum flavor, use freshly minced garlic and finish the shrimp with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice right before serving.