Creole Shrimp and Rice Bake
Creole Shrimp and Rice Bake layers tender shrimp with a robust tomato base infused with chili powder and the classic trinity of onions, bell pepper, and celery. Mushrooms, zucchini, and carrots add earthy sweetness and texture, while the rice soaks up the spiced sauce for a comforting, cohesive bite. Serve it for a cozy weeknight dinner or a casual weekend gathering when you want something hearty and flavorful.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook1 hr
- Serves8
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Creole Shrimp and Rice Bake, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 54 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 21 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 100 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 40
- Heart Health
- 55
- Metabolic
- 53
- Digestive
- 33
- Inflammatory
- 57
- Performance
- 54
- General Wellness
- 1
In a saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Add the rice and stir. Lower the heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes; set aside. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
- 2
In a large saucepan or pot, melt the butter over medium heat, and sauté the carrots, onions, bell pepper, celery, mushrooms, and zucchini until just tender. Stir in the tomatoes and tomato sauce. Cook, stirring constantly, for 5 minutes.
- 3
Stir the shrimp, pimientos, and chili powder into the pot. Add the cooked rice and simmer over low heat for 10 minutes.
- 4
Transfer the mixture to a 9x13 inch dish. Bake in the preheated oven until the rice mixture thickens, about 40 minutes.
- Calories 285.89 kcal Moderate 14%
- Protein 18.2 g Good Source 36%
- Carbohydrate 43.66 g 16%
- Total Fat 4.77 g Moderate 6%
- Saturated Fat 2.65 g Moderate 13%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 120.63 mg High 40%
- Sodium 517.68 mg High 23%
- Dietary Fiber 7.85 g Good Source 28%
- Total Sugars 11.26 g --
- Added Sugars 3.66 g Moderate 7%
- Calcium 127.28 mg Low Source 10%
- Iron 4.0 mg Good Source 22%
- Potassium 876.69 mg Moderate 19%
- Vitamin A 108.26 mcg Moderate 12%
- Vitamin C 39.91 mg Good Source 44%
- Vitamin D 0.1 mcg Low Source 1%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Shellfish 🦐
- Milk 🥛
- Celery
- Tomatoes 🍅
About This Recipe
Creole Shrimp and Rice Bake is made with 14 ingredients and serves 8. It takes about 1 hr 10 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Bell Pepper, Butter, Carrot, and Celery. Each serving provides about 285.89 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Creole Shrimp and Rice Bake made of?
- The main ingredients are Bell Pepper, Butter, Carrot, Celery, Chili Powder. The full list of 14 is above.
- How long does it take to make Creole Shrimp and Rice Bake?
- About 1 hr 10 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 1 hr to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 285.89 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Creole Shrimp and Rice Bake easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 14 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Creole Shrimp and Rice Bake healthy?
- Creole Shrimp and Rice Bake has an easyChef Pro health score of 54/100. Per serving, it provides 285.89 calories and 18.2 g of protein, or 36% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, iron and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 517.68 mg (23% of the Daily Value), saturated fat at 2.65 g (13% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 3.66 g (7% of the Daily Value). It contains Shellfish, Milk, Celery and Tomatoes, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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