Healthy Rice Cooker Garlic Shrimp with Chorizo recipe combines the bold flavors of shrimp and spicy chorizo in a quick, one-pot meal. Cooking it in a rice cooker ensures the ingredients blend together perfectly, making it a hassle-free option for busy days. The garlic infuses the dish with savory depth, while the chorizo adds a rich, smoky heat.
The shrimp offers a lean protein source, while chorizo introduces a touch of indulgence without overpowering the overall dish. The recipe uses minimal oil and incorporates healthy vegetables, making it a balanced and flavorful meal. It’s a great way to enjoy a satisfying, yet healthy, take on classic Spanish-inspired flavors.
Perfect for a weeknight dinner, this dish is both filling and nutritious. It’s an easy way to enjoy the goodness of seafood and spicy sausage in one convenient, delicious meal, with minimal cleanup.
Healthy Rice Cooker Garlic Shrimp With Chorizo Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 1 tablespoon of dry sherry
- 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika
- 6 garlic cloves finely minced
- Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
- 1 pound of jumbo shrimp peeled and deveined
- 6 ounces of cooked chorizo sausage casing removed and chopped
- 1 red bell pepper diced finely
- 1 small onion thinly sliced
- 2 cups of long-grain rice
- A pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 cup of fresh flat-leaf parsley finely chopped (plus extra for garnish)
- Juice from half a lemon with additional lemon slices for serving
Instructions
Marinate the Shrimp
- In a medium bowl, whisk together:
- Olive oil
- Sherry
- Paprika
- Minced garlic
- ½ teaspoon salt
- A few grinds of black pepper
- Add the shrimp and gently toss to coat. Set aside to marinate.
Layer Ingredients in the Rice Cooker
- In a 6-quart rice cooker, layer the ingredients in this order:
- Chorizo
- Diced red pepper
- Chopped onion
- Rice
- Red pepper flakes
- ½ teaspoon salt
- A few grinds of black pepper
Add Liquid and Shrimp
- Pour in 3 cups of water.
- Place the marinated shrimp on top, making sure to include all the garlicky oil from the bowl.
Cook the Dish
- Close the lid and cook according to your rice cooker's instructions (usually 30–35 minutes).
- If the shrimp are fully cooked but the rice isn't, remove the shrimp and continue cooking the rice until the cycle finishes.
Finish the Dish
- Once the rice is done, use tongs to remove the shrimp.
- Stir in chopped parsley and lemon juice, mixing well and scraping from the bottom to combine all ingredients.
Serve
- Spoon the rice into bowls.
- Top with the shrimp.
- Garnish with extra parsley and a squeeze of lemon, if desired.
