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Shrimp Rice Casserole

Delicious Shrimp Rice Casserole for Cozy Family Dinners

This Shrimp Rice Casserole is a comforting and nutritious dish perfect for cozy family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Quick Meals
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 lb Shrimp Fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup Rice Long-grain or basmati
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers Mix of red and green
  • 1 medium Onion Yellow works best
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Or Monterey Jack
  • 1 cup Vegetable or Chicken Broth
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Or avocado oil
  • Salt
  • Pepper
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Or crushed cornflakes for gluten-free
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast for vegan substitute

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • 9x13-inch casserole dish
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Shrimp Rice Casserole
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions and bell peppers, sautéing them for about 4-5 minutes.
  3. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and your shrimp to the skillet, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes until shrimp is pink and opaque.
  4. Mix in cooked rice and season with salt and pepper. Gradually add 1 cup of broth and stir gently.
  5. Transfer the shrimp and rice mixture into a greased 9x13-inch casserole dish, spreading it evenly.
  6. In a separate bowl, mix 1 cup of panko breadcrumbs with 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle over the casserole mixture.
  7. Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until the top is golden brown.
  8. Remove from oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Use fresh or frozen shrimp and opt for long-grain rice for best results. Allow resting for better slicing.

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