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Shrimp Orzo In Lemon Garlic Sauce

Shrimp Orzo in Lemon Garlic Sauce for a Zesty Weeknight Delight

This Shrimp Orzo in Lemon Garlic Sauce is a delightful dish, perfect for a weeknight dinner, combining juicy shrimp with a creamy, zesty sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Large Shrimp Peeled and deveined
For the Orzo
  • 1 cup Orzo Pasta Rice-shaped pasta
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth
  • 1/4 cup White Wine Optional
  • 1/4 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes For mild heat
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
For the Greens
  • 3 cups Baby Spinach
For the Finish
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped
  • 1 lemon Lemon Wedges For serving

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet
  • wooden spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the orzo by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the orzo and cook according to package instructions, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and keep warm.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer, cooking for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil and reduce the heat to medium-low. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant without browning.
  4. Add lemon zest, lemon juice, chicken broth, and white wine to the skillet. Scrape browned bits from the pan and bring to a simmer.
  5. Season the sauce with crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and let simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
  6. Add the cooked orzo and baby spinach to the skillet, tossing gently until spinach wilts, about 1-2 minutes.
  7. Return shrimp to the skillet, tossing gently until heated through, about 1-2 minutes.
  8. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley. Stir lightly to combine and let sit for a minute.
  9. Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For freezing, portion into containers and freeze for up to 2 months.

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