Description
Garlic Butter Shrimp Stuffed Peppers are a flavorful, low-carb meal featuring juicy shrimp cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce, then stuffed into tender bell peppers and baked to perfection. It’s a simple yet elegant dish that’s perfect for weeknights or entertaining.
Ingredients
- 4 large bell peppers (any color)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup cooked rice or cauliflower rice
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice the tops off bell peppers, remove seeds and membranes, and lightly brush the insides with olive oil.
- Place peppers in a baking dish and bake for 10 minutes to soften slightly. Remove and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add shrimp, paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 3–4 minutes, or until shrimp are pink and opaque. Remove from heat.
- Stir in cooked rice, Parmesan cheese, parsley, and lemon juice. Mix until well combined.
- Spoon the shrimp mixture evenly into the prepared bell peppers, pressing down gently to fill.
- Top each pepper with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with extra parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- For a low-carb version, use cauliflower rice instead of regular rice.
- Adjust garlic and spice levels to taste preference.
- Use pre-cooked shrimp for faster prep time; just sauté briefly with butter and garlic.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American