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A vibrant bowl of shrimp and rice, garnished with fresh herbs.

Lemon Garlic Herb Shrimp and Rice

This Lemon Garlic Herb Shrimp and Rice recipe features succulent shrimp cooked in a flavorful lemon-garlic-herb sauce, served over fluffy white rice for a complete and satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined, tail-on or off
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or butter divided
  • 2 cups uncooked white rice Jasmine or Basmati recommended
  • 4 garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup white wine or chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh chives
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Lemon zest for garnish (optional)

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Paper towels
  • Pot (for rice)

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Cook 2 cups of white rice according to the package directions.
  2. Pat the thawed shrimp dry with paper towels. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the seasoned shrimp in a single layer and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque, then remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil or butter if needed. Sauté 4 cloves of minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add 1/4 cup white wine or chicken broth to the pan. Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan and cook for 1 minute.
  5. Stir in 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, and 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives. Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Return the cooked shrimp to the pan and toss gently to coat them with the lemon-garlic-herb sauce.
  7. Serve the shrimp immediately over the cooked rice, garnished with extra fresh parsley or lemon zest if desired.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can marinate the shrimp in a little lemon juice and garlic for 15 minutes before cooking. Adjust the amount of lemon juice and herbs to your preference.