Description
This Shrimp Orzo recipe is a delightful one-pan meal that is ready in just 30 minutes. Succulent shrimp, flavorful orzo, and a creamy sauce come together to create a satisfying dish perfect for any night of the week.
Ingredients
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Shrimp:
- 1 lb raw shrimp, large, peeled, and deveined – 16 or 20 count per 1 pound of shrimp
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning (thyme, basil, oregano, rosemary)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Orzo and Sauce Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup orzo, uncooked
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 1/4 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 pepper. Cook shrimp in olive oil with minced garlic for about 2 minutes per side. Remove shrimp to a plate.
- How to Cook Orzo: In the same skillet, cook sun-dried tomatoes, orzo, and olive oil until browned. Add chicken stock and salt, simmer until orzo is cooked. Add spinach, artichokes, and cream. Stir until spinach wilts.
- Add seared shrimp to the skillet with the cream sauce. Simmer until warmed through. Season with salt, pepper, and more smoked paprika, if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 255mg
