Description
This Easy Shrimp and Rice Skillet is a delicious one-pan meal that’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Succulent shrimp, flavorful bell peppers, and aromatic herbs come together with fluffy rice for a satisfying and flavorful dish.
Ingredients
Shrimp:
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Skillet:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Heat olive oil: In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil.
- Sauté onion: Add chopped onion, sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Add garlic and peppers: Stir in garlic and red bell pepper, cook for another 2 minutes.
- Toast rice: Add rice, stir for 1 minute.
- Add broth and seasonings: Pour in chicken broth, season with paprika, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Cook rice: Simmer, cover, reduce heat, cook for 15-18 minutes until rice is tender.
- Add shrimp: Nestle shrimp on top of rice, cover, cook for 5-6 minutes until pink.
- Finish and serve: Squeeze lemon juice over the top, sprinkle with parsley before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute brown rice, adjusting cooking time and liquid accordingly.
- For extra flavor, use shrimp with tails on.
