Description
If you’re craving something fast, flavorful, and satisfying, this Garlic Butter Shrimp Bowl with Creamy Herb Rice is it. The buttery, garlicky shrimp paired with fluffy rice laced with fresh herbs makes for a restaurant-worthy meal — without all the fuss. Whether you’re after a quick dinner idea, easy lunch option, or healthy snack-style bowl, this easy recipe comes together in under 30 minutes and can be customized endlessly. Perfect for food ideas that need to impress with minimal effort, this dish is a delicious staple in my kitchen for good reason.
Ingredients
1 pound large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups cooked white rice
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 tablespoon lemon or lime juice
1 pinch red chili flakes (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons cream or cream cheese (for creamy rice)
Instructions
1. Clean and dry the shrimp. Pat them dry with paper towels and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, melt butter with olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
3. Add shrimp in a single layer. Season with salt, pepper, and chili flakes if using. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Squeeze lemon or lime juice over and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add the cooked rice and stir it into the leftover garlic butter. Add cream or cream cheese and stir until creamy.
5. Mix in chopped parsley and cilantro. Season rice with additional salt and pepper to taste.
6. Assemble the bowl by placing creamy rice on the bottom, then topping with cooked shrimp and cherry tomatoes.
7. Garnish with extra herbs and serve hot.
Notes
Always use fresh herbs — dried won’t give the same brightness.
Use the same skillet for shrimp and rice to layer flavors and save cleanup.
Don’t overcook the shrimp — they only need a few minutes to stay tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 190mg
Keywords: garlic butter shrimp, creamy herb rice, quick dinner, easy recipe, healthy bowl