LEMON SHRIMP WITH PARMESAN RICE

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I grew up in Biloxi, Mississippi, where rice, garlic and seafood are staples of Gulf Coast cuisine. This easy shrimp and rice dish is a longtime family favorite that's ready in minutes. -Amie Overby, Reno, Nevada

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups chicken broth
2 cups uncooked instant rice
1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 cup chopped green onions
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons minced garlic
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Stir in rice; cover and remove from the heat. Let stand for 5 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, cook shrimp and onions in butter and oil over medium heat until shrimp turn pink, 4-5 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in lemon juice and pepper. , Stir cheese and parsley into rice; serve with shrimp.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 438 calories, Fat 17g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 191mg cholesterol, Sodium 908mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

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