Garlic Butter Shrimp Rice

Garlicky shrimp finished with melted butter, spooned over warm rice for a quick, satisfying dinner.

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Dinner · 15 min total (15 min prep, 0 min cooking) · 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Shrimp
  • 2 clove Garlic
  • 2 pouch Microwave rice
  • 1 tbsp Butter
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil

How to make it

  1. Check that the shrimp are thawed if previously frozen. Pat them dry with clean paper towels.
  2. Peel and finely chop the garlic. Heat the butter in a skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add the shrimp and garlic. Cook, turning the shrimp, until opaque and cooked through; follow package guidance for size and doneness.
  4. Prepare the microwave rice as directed on its packaging.
  5. Divide the rice between four bowls and spoon the garlic shrimp over it. Serve promptly.

Check package directions, ingredient suitability and safe cooking temperatures before serving. Timings are estimates.

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