A Weeknight Dinner Win for Under $20
This Garlic Butter Shrimp with Rice and Asparagus is a total win—fast, flavorful, affordable, and family-approved. Created by @justbrittanyhogan, it’s a staple in her clean eating rotation and loved by her kids (so you know it’s good).
Ready in just 20 minutes and under $20, this dish delivers big on taste. The garlic butter shrimp is bold and buttery, the Italian-seasoned rice adds a herby twist, and the crisp asparagus keeps things fresh. It’s your new go-to weeknight meal—simple, satisfying, and so good.
Ingredients
For the Shrimp
1 lb fresh or frozen shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp garlic paste
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
½ tsp crushed red pepper (optional)
Dash of hot sauce, to taste
For the Garlic Butter Sauce
2 tbsp HEB garlic butter (or garlic herb butter of your choice)
2 tbsp heavy whipping cream
For the Rice
1 cup jasmine or long grain rice
1 cup water
1 tbsp Italian seasoning
For the Veggies
1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed and chopped
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prep the Asparagus
- Trim and chop the asparagus into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
2. Rinse and Cook the Rice
- Rinse the rice, add equal parts water and Italian seasoning.
- Cook in a rice cooker or on the stove.
3. Peel, Devein, and Season the Shrimp
- Peel and devein the shrimp.
- Season with olive oil, garlic paste, spices, and hot sauce.
4. Bake the Shrimp
- Spread shrimp on a baking sheet, top with garlic butter, and bake at 400°F for 10 minutes.
5. Assemble the Plate
- Plate the rice, top with shrimp and sauce.
- Serve with a side of asparagus.
Pro Tips & Suggestions
- Use a rice cooker if stovetop rice stresses you out—it’s foolproof and saves time.
- Don’t skip the Italian seasoning in the rice—it adds unexpected flavor that ties everything together.
- Buy pre-peeled shrimp to save prep time on busy weeknights.
- Add extra garlic butter for a richer, more indulgent sauce.
About the Creator
This recipe is by Brittany, the food-loving mama behind @justbrittanyhogan. She’s known for her quick, clean meals with a touch of Southern soul—perfect for busy families who still want bold, satisfying flavor.
Brittany | @justbrittanyhogan