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Shrimp and Bell Pepper Skillet

Quick and easy Shrimp and Bell Pepper Skillet with scallions, parsley, and black pepper in a butter sauce served over brown rice.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Entee
Cuisine: American
Keyword: easy shrimp and rice recipe, shrimp and peppers
Servings: 4
Calories: 390kcal
Author: Bernadette

Ingredients

  • 1 pound large raw shrimp peeled, veins and tails removed
  • 1 cup diced red bell pepper
  • 8 tablespoons reduced fat salted butter
  • 1 scallion ,thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 cups cooked brown rice ,prepared according to package directions

Instructions

  • Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium high heat.
  • Add the diced bell pepper and parsley, saute stirring often for 5 minutes.
  • Add the shrimp, scallion, and black pepper. Cook, stirring often, for 5 minutes more, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque. Serve hot over cooked rice.

Nutrition

Calories: 390kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 315mg | Sodium: 1085mg | Potassium: 295mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 2165IU | Vitamin C: 55.4mg | Calcium: 184mg | Iron: 3.5mg