Description
These Garlic Parmesan Shrimp Rice Bowls are a flavorful yet simple dish that combines juicy shrimp coated in a garlic Parmesan sauce with fluffy rice, creating a satisfying meal in just minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Shrimp:
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Bowls:
- 3 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Season and Cook Shrimp: Pat dry shrimp and season with paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Sauté garlic in olive oil, then add shrimp and cook until pink.
- Make Garlic Parmesan Sauce: Stir in butter and Parmesan until melted and shrimp is coated.
- Assemble Bowls: Divide rice into bowls, top with shrimp, spoon sauce over rice, and garnish with parsley. Serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- Add sautéed spinach, steamed broccoli, or roasted veggies for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Substitute quinoa for rice if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 220mg
