Instant Pot Garlic Butter Shrimp Risotto
Instant Pot Garlic Butter Shrimp Risotto is a creamy, indulgent dish ready in just 30 minutes. This one-pot wonder combines succulent shrimp, rich garlic butter, and perfectly cooked Arborio rice, resulting in a comforting meal that’s perfect for cozy nights or impressing guests. Customize it with seasonal veggies or proteins to suit your taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode. Melt 2 tbsp butter and add onion; cook until translucent (about 3 minutes). Stir in minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
- Add Arborio rice and toast for 2 minutes, ensuring each grain is coated.
- Pour in chicken broth and season with salt and pepper. Stir well.
- Close the lid, set the valve to sealing, and cook on high pressure for 6 minutes.
- Allow natural pressure release for 5 minutes before performing a quick release.
- Stir in remaining butter and Parmesan until melted. Fold in shrimp until heated through. Garnish with parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: - For added nutrition, mix in seasonal veggies like peas or asparagus. - Swap shrimp for chicken or mushrooms for a different protein option. - Use fresh shrimp for optimal flavor; frozen can be used directly without thawing.