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Garlic Butter Shrimp with Broccoli Rice

A light and flavorful dinner that combines juicy garlic shrimp with healthy broccoli rice for a quick weeknight meal.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 American· August 20, 2026
Garlic Butter Shrimp with Broccoli Rice
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Prep
10 minutes
Cook
10 minutes
Total
20 minutes
Serves
4

This garlic butter shrimp and broccoli rice is one of my favorite go to meals when I want something tasty but do not have hours to spend in the kitchen. The garlic and butter create a classic sauce that makes the shrimp taste incredible, and pairing it with finely chopped broccoli gives you a nice nutritional boost.

Most people love this dish because it is naturally low carb and feels much lighter than a heavy pasta dinner. If you want to save even more time, you can prep the broccoli ahead of time by pulsing it in a food processor so it is ready to toss into the pan when you get home.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 cups broccoli florets, pulsed into rice texture
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. 1

    Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season them lightly with salt and pepper.

  2. 2

    Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.

  3. 3

    Add the shrimp to the pan and cook for about 2 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set them aside on a plate.

  4. 4

    In the same skillet, melt the butter and add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook for about 1 minute until the garlic is fragrant.

  5. 5

    Add the processed broccoli rice to the pan. Sauté for 3 to 5 minutes until it is tender but still has a slight crunch.

  6. 6

    Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss everything together to coat in the garlic butter.

  7. 7

    Squeeze the fresh lemon juice over the top and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

💡 Tips

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days. This dish is best served immediately, but it reheats well in a pan over medium heat. You can add a sprinkle of parmesan cheese on top if you want an extra savory kick.

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