One-Pot Spicy Garlic Shrimp and Tomato Rice
A vibrant one-pot dish featuring succulent shrimp simmered with garlic, tomatoes, and fragrant spices, all cooked together with fluffy rice for a quick and satisfying meal. This mediterranean-inspired one pot ready in about 37 minutes pairs medium shrimp, peeled and deveined, long grain white rice, chopped canned tomatoes 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 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 1 cup chopped canned tomatoes
- 4 cloves minced garlic cloves
- 1 medium chopped onion
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp red chili flakes
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium heat. Add 1 medium chopped onion and sauté for 4 minutes until softened and translucent.
- Step 2: Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp smoked paprika, and 1/2 tsp red chili flakes; cook for 1 minute until fragrant, stirring frequently.
- Step 3: Add 1 cup chopped canned tomatoes and 1 cup long grain white rice to the skillet, stirring to combine and coat the rice with the spices and tomato mixture.
- Step 4: Pour in 2 cups chicken broth, then season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover with a tight-fitting lid. Simmer for 15 minutes without lifting the lid.
- Step 5: After 15 minutes, gently stir in 1 lb peeled and deveined medium shrimp, cover again, and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until the shrimp are pink and cooked through and the rice is tender.
- Step 6: Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork and sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley on top before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pot Spicy Garlic Shrimp and Tomato Rice take to make?
Total time is about 37 minutes (10 min prep + 27 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 Spicy Garlic Shrimp and Tomato 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 long grain white rice from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pot Spicy Garlic Shrimp and Tomato 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 Spicy Garlic Shrimp and Tomato 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 Spicy Garlic Shrimp and Tomato Rice?
Mediterranean 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.
