Ingredient Fish & Seafood Shellfish Shrimp Skillet Shrimp with Rice & Peas 4.6 (7) 6 Reviews Make sure to spread the rice mixture in an even layer so the bottom can crisp. The shrimp take less than 5 minutes to cook. Rinse well under cold running water until completely thawed, and then pat dry before adding to the pan. Serve with simply steamed asparagus to round out the meal. By Julia Levy Julia Levy Julia Levy has been working in recipe publishing for almost a decade, but testing recipes for as long as she's been able to wield a spoon. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on October 5, 2025 Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD See More Emily Lachtrupp is a registered dietitian experienced in nutritional counseling, recipe analysis and meal plans. She's worked with clients who struggle with diabetes, weight loss, digestive issues and more. In her spare time, you can find her enjoying all that Vermont has to offer with her family and her dog, Winston. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Save Rate PRINT Share Close Credit: Jennifer Causey Active Time: 15 mins Total Time: 20 mins Servings: 4 Nutrition Profile: No Added Sugar Mediterranean Diet Sesame-Free Weight Loss Diabetes-Friendly Nut-Free Dairy-Free Healthy Aging Healthy Immunity Soy-Free High-Protein Egg-Free Gluten-Free Low-Calorie Jump to Nutrition Facts This simple skillet dinner can be on the table in 20 minutes flat.Shrimp contributes a lean source of protein to this flavorful meal.Bell peppers add a pop of color and a boost of vitamin C. Cook Mode (Keep screen awake) Ingredients 1/2x 1x 2x Oops! Something went wrong. Our team is working on it. This recipe was developed and tested at its original yield and has not been tested at other yields. Note that only the ingredient list is scaled, so you may need to make adjustments to ingredient amounts, cooking times and equipment sizes in the recipe steps. Scaling could also impact the nutrition analysis. Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings 2 tablespoons neutral oil, such as canola or avocado ½ teaspoon ground turmeric 1 cup chopped red bell pepper 1 tablespoon minced garlic 2 (8.8-ounce) packages precooked brown rice 3 tablespoons unsalted chicken broth ¾ teaspoon kosher salt ¼ teaspoon ground pepper 1 cup frozen peas 12 ounces frozen medium shrimp, thawed, peeled, and deveined 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice Directions Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ½ teaspoon turmeric; cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute. Add chopped bell pepper and minced garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, for 2 minutes. Stir in 2 packages rice; spread in an even layer. Cook, without stirring, for 3 minutes. Reduce heat to medium. Stir in 3 tablespoons broth, ¾ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon pepper. Spread the mixture in an even layer in the pan. Cook, without stirring, for 7 minutes. Add 1 cup peas; stir until well combined. Arrange peeled thawed shrimp on top of the rice mixture; cover and cook until the shrimp are pink and cooked through, 4 to 5 minutes. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons lemon juice. Recipe Updates Based on earlier review and comments of this recipe, we’ve retested and made the following adjustments (and updated the nutritional analysis accordingly):Moved adding peas from Step 1 to Step 2 (to help concentrate the flavors).Updated September 2025 Cooking Light Save Rate Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 391 Calories 10g Fat 56g Carbs 19g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 4 Serving Size 2 cups Calories 391 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 56g 20% Dietary Fiber 7g 23% Total Sugars 4g Added Sugars 0g 0% Protein 19g 38% Total Fat 10g 12% Saturated Fat 1g 6% Cholesterol 108mg 36% Vitamin A 114µg Vitamin C 46mg 51% Vitamin D 0µg Vitamin E 3mg 19% Folate 64µg Vitamin K 18µg Sodium 727mg 32% Calcium 85mg 7% Iron 2mg 12% Magnesium 126mg 30% Potassium 452mg 10% Zinc 3mg 24% Vitamin B12 1µg Omega 3 1g Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.