Easy Shrimp and Rice Recipes: Indulge in Quick Comfort Food Delights
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Discover a collection of easy shrimp and rice recipes that provide quick and delicious comfort food options.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups rice
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup peas
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sautéing until softened.
- Stir in rice and cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing it to toast slightly.
- Add chicken broth, paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Once the rice is cooked, add shrimp and peas. Cover and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until shrimp is pink and cooked through.
- Remove from heat, sprinkle with parsley, and serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add your favorite spices or a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.
- Feel free to use frozen peas for convenience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 190mg