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Stovetop~35 minComplexity

One Pot Lemon Garlic Shrimp and Rice

This One Pot Lemon Garlic Shrimp and Rice delivers 29g protein and 499 calories per serving in a 4-serving batch. Quick stovetop cooking means minimal prep steps and one pot to wash, making this a reliable weeknight option when batch cooking. Shrimp cooks fast, so you'll have finished portions ready to portion and refrigerate within your allocated prep time.

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Ingredients

4 servings
  • Shrimp(340g)
  • Lemon
  • Garlic(240g)
  • Unsalted Butter(30g)
  • White Rice(360g)
  • Low Sodium Chicken Broth(480g)
  • 1/2 cup water ($0.00)
  • 1 tsp Tony Chachere's seasoning* ($0.10)
  • Parsley, Fresh(30g)

Instructions

  1. 1Thaw the shrimp if frozen and peel them; juice half the lemon to yield about 2 tablespoons and slice the remaining lemon half for garnish. Mince the garlic and roughly chop the parsley.
  2. 2Add the butter and minced garlic to a deep skillet over medium heat. Sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant, then add the rice and continue cooking for 1–2 minutes more until you hear the rice snap and crackle in the hot butter.
  3. 3Pour in the chicken broth, lemon juice, and water; stir to combine. Cover the skillet and increase heat to medium-high. Bring to a full boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer covered for 10 minutes until most of the broth is absorbed by the rice.
  4. 4Lift the lid and scatter the shrimp evenly over the surface of the rice. Replace the lid and cook over low heat for 5 minutes until the shrimp turn opaque and pink throughout.
  5. 5Remove the skillet from heat and let it rest covered for 5 minutes to allow residual heat to finish cooking the shrimp.
  6. 6Fluff the rice gently with a fork and stir the cooked shrimp partially into the rice. Garnish with lemon slices and fresh parsley.
  7. 7Divide the one-pot mixture evenly into 4 airtight containers while hot. Cool to room temperature before sealing and refrigerating for up to 4 days.

Nutrition — Per Serving

499

calories

29g

protein

8g

fat

Carbohydrates
93g
Saturated fat
0.3g
Sodium
277 mg
Dietary fiber
2.7g

4 servings per batch · ~370g each

Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central

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Common questions

How much protein does One Pot Lemon Garlic Shrimp and Rice have per serving?

Each serving contains 29g of protein and 499 calories with 8g fat and 93g carbs. This is a very lean option that emphasizes carbohydrates over fat.

How long does One Pot Lemon Garlic Shrimp and Rice take to prep?

Quick prep on the stovetop batches 4 servings, making it a fast option for weeknight dinners or meal prep when time is limited.

Is One Pot Lemon Garlic Shrimp and Rice good for fat loss?

At 499 calories with only 8g fat per serving, this recipe is well-suited for fat-loss phases, especially as a post-workout meal where the 93g carbs replenish glycogen without excess dietary fat. The 29g protein maintains satiety during a deficit.

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