Description
One Pan Shrimp and Rice is a vibrant, one-dish meal that effortlessly combines succulent shrimp, fluffy rice, and colorful bell peppers in aromatic spices. This easy-to-make recipe delivers restaurant-quality flavors right in your kitchen, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With minimal cleanup required, you can enjoy this delightful dish that bursts with flavor and impresses family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup long grain rice (white or brown)
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed red, yellow, green), diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp paprika (sweet or smoked)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté chopped onions and bell peppers until soft (about 5 minutes).
- Add minced garlic; cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in rice and paprika, ensuring the rice is well-coated.
- Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Add shrimp on top, cover again, and cook for an additional 5 minutes until shrimp are pink and cooked through.
- Remove from heat, fluff with a fork, garnish with fresh herbs if desired, and serve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Coastal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 210mg