One-Pan Lemon Garlic Shrimp and Rice
This easy and flavorful recipe has juicy shrimp and fluffy rice cooked together with lemon and garlic flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights.
10m
Prep Time
20m
Cook Time
4
Servings
Ingredients
1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
1.5 cups long grain rice
3 cups water
1 lemon, sliced thinly
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
Step 1
1. Rinse the rice thoroughly and drain.
Step 2
2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 3
3. Add the garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 4
4. Add the rice and stir to coat with the oil. Cook for 1 minute.
Step 5
5. Add the water, salt, black pepper, and lemon slices.
Step 6
6. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and cover.
Step 7
7. Simmer for 15-18 minutes until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
Step 8
8. Add the shrimp on top of the rice, cover again, and cook for 5-7 minutes until the shrimp is pink and cooked through.
Step 9
9. Serve hot, garnished with additional lemon slices if desired.