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Lemon Garlic Shrimp Orzo Skillet

Close-up of shrimp orzo in lemon garlic sauce, garnished with fresh parsley.
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A quick and flavorful one-pan meal featuring tender shrimp and orzo pasta in a bright lemon-garlic butter sauce. Perfect for a simple weeknight dinner with Mediterranean-inspired flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup orzo pasta, uncooked
  • 2 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine, optional
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season shrimp with salt and pepper. Add shrimp to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes per side, until pink and cooked through. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
  2. Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the uncooked orzo pasta and toast for 1 minute.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and white wine (if using). Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until orzo is al dente and most of the liquid is absorbed.
  5. Stir in the Parmesan cheese, butter, and lemon juice.
  6. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and stir to combine.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the garlic.
  • Feel free to add a handful of spinach or cherry tomatoes in the last few minutes of cooking the orzo.
  • Ensure your shrimp are fully thawed before cooking for even results.

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