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shrimp risotto in a white bowl with a fork.
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Shrimp Risotto

This shrimp risotto is super creamy and easy to make. Arborio rice cooked with chicken stock until tender then topped with parmesan cheese and shrimp.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Entree
Cuisine: Italian American
Servings: 4
Calories: 330kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup arborio rise do not rinse
  • 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 tsp old bay seasoning or to taste
  • 1/2 cup white wine
  • 4 cups chicken stock
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese fresh
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 shallot finely diced
  • 2 garlic cloves finely minced
  • 1 tsp lemon zest or to taste
  • 1 tsp fresh parsley
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Add the chicken stock to a saucepan and bring to a simmer.
  • Add olive oil, shallots, and garlic to a large skillet and cook for about 30 seconds. 
  • Stir in the arborio rice and cook for 1 minute. 
  • Stir in the wine and cook until it completely evaporates. Add the warmed chicken stock 1/2 cup at a time stirring until it evaporates. This will take about 25-30 minutes. 
  • Once the risotto is tender remove it from the heat, and stir in the butter, parmesan cheese, and lemon zest. Season generously with salt and pepper and cover. 
  • In a separate skillet, cook the shrimp in a skillet with oil over medium-high heat for 1-2 minutes. Season with old bay seasoning. 
  • Top the risotto with the cooked shrimp and parsley and enjoy! 

Notes

  • Feel free to drizzle the shrimp risotto with truffle oil! It adds so much flavor and makes it even more delicious.
  • If you like risotto extra creamy with a loose consistency, add more chicken stock. If you like it on the dryer side, add less chicken stock.
  • Incorporate veggies such as green peas or mushrooms, if desired.
  • Not a fan of old bay seasoning? Season the shrimp with the spices of your choice.
  • Make sure the chicken stock is warm before adding it to the arborio rice.
  • Don't rinse the arborio rice.

Nutrition

Calories: 330kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 39mg | Sodium: 792mg | Potassium: 329mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 393IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 318mg | Iron: 1mg