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Easy One-Pan Shrimp and Salsa Rice

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A quick and flavorful one-pan shrimp and salsa rice recipe ready in 25 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights. This fuss-free dish combines tender shrimp with spicy, savory rice infused with salsa.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound peeled and deveined medium shrimp (fresh or thawed frozen)
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice (jasmine rice optional)
  • 1 cup chunky salsa (medium heat preferred)
  • 1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Prep your ingredients: peel and devein shrimp if needed, finely chop onion and mince garlic, measure rice, salsa, and broth (about 5 minutes).
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking.
  3. Add chopped onion and garlic; sauté for 2-3 minutes until soft and fragrant.
  4. Stir in cumin and chili powder; cook for 30 seconds to bloom spices.
  5. Add rice and stir to coat grains with oil and spices.
  6. Pour in chicken broth and salsa; stir and bring to a gentle boil.
  7. Reduce heat to low, cover skillet, and simmer for 15 minutes without lifting the lid.
  8. Remove lid, gently stir, nestle shrimp into rice mixture, cover again and cook for 5 more minutes until shrimp are pink and opaque.
  9. Remove from heat, fluff rice with a fork, season with salt and pepper, and sprinkle with chopped cilantro.
  10. Serve with lime wedges and a squeeze of lime juice.

Notes

If rice isn’t tender after 15 minutes, add a splash more broth or water, cover, and cook a few minutes longer. Avoid stirring during simmer to prevent mushy rice. Use fresh shrimp when possible; thaw frozen shrimp completely and pat dry before cooking. For gluten-free, ensure salsa and broth are certified gluten-free. Brown rice can be used but requires more liquid and longer cooking time (40-45 minutes).

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Keywords: shrimp, salsa rice, one-pan recipe, quick dinner, weeknight meal, easy recipe, spicy rice, seafood

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