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Shrimp Risotto

A quick and creamy shrimp risotto with juicy tomatoes and fresh parsley, ready in about 20 minutes. Perfect for a weeknight dinner that feels special without the fuss.

Total time
20 min
Servings
2
Calories
520
Protein
32g
Shrimp Risotto
ComfortingItalianShrimpCreamyWeeknightMainDinnerStovetop

Ingredients

  • 1 cup arborio rice
  • ½ pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned)
  • 2.5 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • ½ cup parmesan cheese, grated
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large skillet, heat 1 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 cup arborio rice and toast, stirring, until edges are translucent, about 2 minutes.

  2. 2

    Stir in 1 cup diced tomatoes and 2.5 cups broth. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cook, stirring occasionally, until rice is creamy and tender, about 15 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add 0.5 lb shrimp and 0.5 cup grated parmesan. Cook, stirring, until shrimp are pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes.

  4. 4

    Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir in 2 tbsp chopped parsley and serve immediately with extra parmesan if desired.

Tools you’ll need

  • Large skillet
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups
  • Grater

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