Description
Creamy Shrimp Orzo is a delightful pasta dish that combines tender, juicy shrimp with a velvety, rich texture of orzo in a creamy, Parmesan-infused sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoon butter
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cup orzo pasta, uncooked
- 3 cup chicken broth
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cup fresh spinach
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoon lemon juice
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon butter and 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until they turn pink. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- Add the remaining butter and oil to the skillet. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the orzo to the skillet and toast for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Pour in the chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then cover and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is tender and the liquid is mostly absorbed.
- Stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce is creamy and smooth.
- Stir in the fresh spinach until it’s wilted.
- Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet. Add the lemon juice and toss everything together to combine.
- Garnish the Creamy Shrimp Orzo with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Notes
To ensure your Creamy Shrimp Orzo turns out perfectly, cook the shrimp just until they turn pink and opaque. Adjust the seasonings to your taste and store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 150mg