Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy flavors of One-Pan Shrimp Orzo, a delightful dish that transforms your kitchen into a haven of aromatic bliss. Tender shrimp mingle with al dente orzo pasta, fresh cherry tomatoes, and vibrant spinach, all enveloped in a luscious garlic-infused sauce. Perfect for family dinners or impressing guests, this easy recipe is sure to bring smiles around the table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- Juice of 1 lemon
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep Ingredients: Gather and chop all ingredients to streamline cooking.
- Sauté Garlic: In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Toast Orzo: Stir in orzo and toast for 2 minutes until slightly golden.
- Add Broth: Gradually pour in chicken broth while stirring continuously. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Incorporate Shrimp & Veggies: Once orzo absorbs most of the liquid, add shrimp, cherry tomatoes, and spinach. Cook until shrimp turns pink and spinach wilts.
- Finish: Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the dish and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 190mg