Shrimp Scampi and Rice
1 pound shrimp, cleaned
1 onion, chopped
4 to 6 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
1-1/2 cups water
1 package chicken gravy mix
1 red pepper, chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups instant rice
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped or 1 tablespoon Plus 1 teaspoon dried parsley
Directions
In a large skillet, cook the shrimp, onion and the garlic, stirring frequently, in hot butter until the shrimp turns pink.
In a small bowl, combine the water and the chicken gravy mix. Add gravy to the shrimp mixture.
Add in the red pepper, lemon juice and the salt. Bring to a full boil.
Add in the rice and parsley, stirring to blend. Cover and remove pan from the heat. Let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff mixture with a fork.
Makes 4 servings.