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Shrimp Orzo (30-Minute, One-Pan Meal)

Shrimp Orzo (30-Minute, One-Pan Meal)

This Shrimp Orzo is a quick and easy Italian-style dinner that combines seared garlic shrimp and orzo in one pan, perfect for a weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 4 people
Calories 690 kcal

Equipment

  • cast iron skillet
  • non-stick pan

Ingredients
  

Shrimp

  • 1 lb raw shrimp large, peeled, and deveined 16 or 20 count per 1 pound of shrimp
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning (thyme, basil, oregano, rosemary)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 5 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Orzo and sauce ingredients

  • ⅓ cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
  • 1 cup orzo uncooked
  • 2 cups chicken stock
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 14 oz artichoke hearts drained and chopped (1 can or about 1 cup)
  • 4 oz fresh spinach
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

How to sear the shrimp

  • Season the shrimp with smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil on medium-high heat in a large cast iron skillet or in a high-sided non-stick pan until hot.
  • Add shrimp and minced garlic, and cook for about 2 minutes per side.
  • Remove shrimp to a plate.

How to cook orzo

  • To the same skillet, add chopped sun-dried tomatoes, 1 cup of uncooked orzo, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Cook the orzo on medium heat, stirring, for about 2 minutes until browned.
  • Add 2 cups of chicken stock and ¼ teaspoon of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for about 5 to 10 minutes, occasionally stirring.
  • Add spinach, artichokes, and cream. Stir until the spinach wilts.
  • Add seared shrimp to the skillet with the cream sauce. Simmer for about 2 minutes, until everything is warmed through.
  • Season with salt and pepper and more smoked paprika, if desired.

Notes

This dish is a quick and delicious one-pan meal that is perfect for busy weeknights.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 690kcalCarbohydrates: 47gProtein: 36gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 253mgSodium: 1026mgPotassium: 1070mgFiber: 5gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 4860IUVitamin C: 34mgCalcium: 194mgIron: 4mg
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