Garlic Butter Shrimp and Rice
This rice cooker garlic butter shrimp rice recipe is a one-pot weeknight wonder! Juicy shrimp, fragrant garlic, and fluffy jasmine rice come together in a buttery, flavorful dish that's both comforting and quick. Set it and forget it your rice cooker does all the work.
Equipment
- Rice Cooker
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Small mixing bowl
- Wooden spoon or spatula
Ingredients
- 2 cups jasmine rice rinsed
- 2 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes optional
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
- 1/2 lemon juiced
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well.
- In a small bowl, toss shrimp with paprika, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a pan, add shrimp, and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until just pink. Remove and set aside.
- Add rice to the rice cooker, followed by chicken broth and minced garlic. Stir.
- Place butter on top, then close the lid and start the cooking cycle.
- When the rice is almost done (about 5 minutes left), open the lid and gently stir in the shrimp. Close and let it finish cooking.
- Fluff the rice, sprinkle fresh parsley, and squeeze lemon juice over the top. Serve with extra lemon wedges. Enjoy!
Notes
- Shrimp Tip: Use medium to large shrimp for the best texture. If using frozen, thaw and pat dry before cooking.
- Rice Tip: Rinsing the rice helps prevent it from becoming too sticky.
- Spice Level: Add or omit red pepper flakes to suit your family’s heat preference.
- Add-Ins: Feel free to stir in peas, corn, or chopped bell peppers for extra color and nutrition.
- Make it a Meal: Serve with a simple green salad or steamed veggies for a complete dinner.