Shrimp and Rice Casserole
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What’s better than shrimp and rice separately? Put them together and whip up a creamy casserole! This cheesy Shrimp and Rice Casserole has flavorful U.S.-grown long-grain rice cooked in chicken broth, juicy shrimp, some Creole seasonings for a little kick and just the right amount of melty cheese. Raise your hand if you're ready for this winning shrimp and rice dinner!
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ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups U.S.-grown long-grain rice
- 2 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 6 tablespoons butter, divided
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 medium bell pepper (green or red), diced
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided
- 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, cubed
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Method
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 350° F. Lightly grease a 9x13 casserole dish with 1 tablespoon of softened butter.
Step 2
Add the chicken broth, 1 tablespoon of butter, and rice to a medium-sized pot, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer, cover tightly with a lid, and cook for 17-20 minutes.
Step 3
Peel and devein shrimp. Season with 1/2 teaspoon each of salt and pepper.
Step 4
Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat until melted. Add the shrimp and cook until it just turns pink on both sides, about 2-3 minutes. Remove and set aside.
Step 5
In the same skillet, add 2 tablespoons of butter then add onions and bell pepper. Sauté until they start to soften about 4-5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and remaining seasonings and cook for about 30 seconds.
Step 6
Pour in heavy cream and add cream cheese. Stir until the cream cheese is melted.
Step 7
Add the cooked rice and the shrimp to the cream cheese mixture. Stir and check for seasonings. If more salt needs to be added, add 1/4 teaspoon, about a pinch, at a time.
Step 8
Pour the rice mixture into the casserole dish, top with the cheddar cheese, put it in the oven, and bake for about 30 minutes, until bubbly and warmed through.
Step 9
Let sit for about 5 minutes and serve.