One Pot Lemon Orzo Shrimp
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Course
Main Course
One Pot Lemon Orzo Shrimp
Description
One Pot Lemon Orzo Shrimp showcases peeled, deveined shrimp cooked with orzo pasta in a skillet alongside garlic, onion, and oregano. The orzo is lightly toasted then simmered in chicken broth until tender, absorbing the broth's flavor. Fresh or canned diced tomatoes and peas are stirred in before adding lemon juice and Parmesan cheese for brightness and subtle creaminess.
The cooking process includes finishing the assembled ingredients in the oven to gently cook the shrimp evenly without overcooking. The final dish offers tender, flavorful seafood and pasta with a balance of herbal, citrus, and savory notes.
This recipe is convenient for a complete, hearty meal cooked mostly in one pan, reducing cleanup. It can be served immediately for a fresh delight that combines protein and starch with vegetables.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Shrimp peeled and deveined, medium
- salt to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- black pepper to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 onion diced
- ½ teaspoon oregano dried
- 8 ounces orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 diced tomatoes drained, 14.5-ounce can
- ½ cup peas frozen
- lemon juice of 1
- ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- Season shrimp with salt and pepper, to taste; set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large oven-proof skillet over medium high heat. Add garlic, onion and oregano, and cook, stirring often, until onions have become translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in orzo until lightly browned, about 1-2 minutes.
- Stir in chicken broth and 1/2 cup water. Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat and simmer until pasta is cooked through, about 10-12 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, peas, lemon juice and shrimp. Sprinkle with Parmesan.
- Place into oven and bake until shrimp are cooked through, about 12-14 minutes.
- Serve immediately.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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