One-Pot Garlic Butter Shrimp and Parmesan Rice
Tender shrimp sautéed in garlic butter combined with creamy Parmesan-infused rice for a quick and comforting meal. This seafood-inspired one pot ready in about 35 minutes pairs pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined, tablespoons unsalted butter, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 2 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- for serving lemon wedges
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter with 4 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 2: Add 1 pound of raw shrimp to the skillet, season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and cook for 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
- Step 3: Add 1 tablespoon unsalted butter to the same skillet, then add 1 cup long grain white rice, stirring to coat the grains in butter for 1 minute.
- Step 4: Pour in 2 cups low sodium chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until the rice is tender and liquid absorbed.
- Step 5: Stir in 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese and return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, gently mixing to combine and warm through for 2 minutes.
- Step 6: Remove from heat and sprinkle 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley on top. Serve with lemon wedges for squeezing over the dish.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pot Garlic Butter Shrimp and Parmesan Rice take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover One-Pot Garlic Butter Shrimp and Parmesan Rice?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep tablespoons unsalted butter from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pot Garlic Butter Shrimp and Parmesan Rice?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale One-Pot Garlic Butter Shrimp and Parmesan Rice for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with One-Pot Garlic Butter Shrimp and Parmesan Rice?
Seafood one pot like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
