Garlic butter shrimp and rice casserole

Garlic butter shrimp and rice casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. This dish is a combination of succulent shrimp, fluffy rice, and a rich garlic butter sauce that will leave your taste buds wanting more.

To make this dish, you will need the following ingredients per serving:

- 1/2 cup uncooked white rice
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

To start, preheat your oven to 375°F. In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the rice and water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the water has been absorbed.
While the rice is cooking, melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant. Add the shrimp, salt, black pepper, paprika, and thyme, and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
Once the rice is done, transfer it to a 9x9 inch baking dish. Add the shrimp and garlic butter sauce to the dish and stir to combine. Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese over the top of the casserole.
Bake the casserole for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with fresh parsley. Serve hot and enjoy!
This Garlic butter shrimp and rice casserole is a perfect combination of savory and buttery flavors. The shrimp is tender and juicy, while the rice is fluffy and perfectly cooked. The garlic butter sauce adds a rich and delicious flavor to the dish, and the Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley give it a nice finishing touch.
Type of dish: Casserole
Main ingredients: Shrimp, Rice, Garlic butter sauce