Description
A flavorful Shrimp and Rice Skillet featuring sautéed zucchini, garlic, and Italian seasoning cooked together with tender shrimp and cherry tomatoes in a single pan. This easy and quick meal combines savory tomato paste and chicken broth for a comforting one-pan dinner.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 zucchini chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- pinch red pepper flakes
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 cup white rice
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
- fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the Oil and Sauté Zucchini: Warm the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped zucchini and sauté for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally to soften and slightly brown the zucchini.
- Add Seasonings and Tomato Paste: Add minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and the tomato paste to the skillet. Stir well to combine and cook for 1-2 minutes to enhance the flavors.
- Toast the Rice: Add the white rice to the pan and toast it by stirring continuously for one minute until the rice is lightly coated and fragrant.
- Add Broth and Cook Rice: Pour in the chicken broth and stir. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the skillet and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring every 1-2 minutes to prevent sticking.
- Add Tomatoes and Shrimp: Uncover and add halved cherry tomatoes and the peeled, deveined shrimp. Continue cooking for 3-4 minutes until the shrimp turn opaque and the rice is tender.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat, garnish with fresh basil leaves, and serve immediately for a delicious one-pan meal.
Notes
- Use medium or long-grain white rice for best texture, or substitute with jasmine rice for an aromatic variation.
- Fresh or frozen shrimp can be used; if frozen, thaw completely before cooking.
- Stirring the rice every couple of minutes helps avoid sticking and ensures even cooking.
- For a spicier dish, increase the amount of red pepper flakes according to your taste.
- To make it gluten free, ensure the chicken broth used is certified gluten free.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg
