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.