One Pot Shrimp with Orzo
A creamy, garlicky orzo pasta dish with juicy shrimp cooked in one pot for easy preparation and cleanup, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- 1.Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, cook until fragrant (~2 minutes).2.Toast Orzo: Add orzo and stir to coat with oil, toasting lightly for 1-2 minutes.3.Simmer: Pour in broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes until orzo is al dente.4.Add Shrimp: Stir in shrimp, cream, Parmesan, lemon zest, and juice. Cook 3-4 minutes until shrimp turn pink.5.Season: Add red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper. Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- Substitute half-and-half for heavy cream for a lighter version.
- Add spinach or cherry tomatoes for extra veggies.
- For more broth, add an extra 1/2 cup of liquid.