Easy Lemon Shrimp Orzo
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 30 minutes
Yields: 4 servings
This Lemon Shrimp Orzo is a one-pot meal that’s a real showstopper Fresh, zesty, and so delicious, it’s the perfect quick and easy weeknight dinner that’s great for leftovers, too!
When it comes to weeknight dinners, there are some recipes that really stand out, and this shrimp orzo has fast become a favorite one-pot meal I just love the splendid, fresh flavors of this easy pasta dish. Everyone else loves it too. And the best part is, it’s ready in 30 minutes and is great for leftovers the following day!
So, what makes this dish so special? It’s all about the combination of marinated garlicky shrimp, fresh lemons, a pinch of red pepper, and a pinch of seasoning. Everything comes together in a broth-based sauce, and the results are absolute quick dinner perfection!
Want to make this delicious and flavor-filled lemony orzo pasta? Here’s what you’ll need to do:
Marinate the Shrimp: Whisk together the lemon marinade ingredients in a large bowl, then toss in the shrimp to coat. Leave this aside for now.
Lightly Toast the Pasta: Melt the butter in a large skillet and add in the orzo. Stir often until the orzo becomes golden in color, then add in the garlic to cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
Add in the Chicken Stock & Cook: Add the chicken stock into the orzo and bring it to a boil, then leave it to simmer, covered, until all the broth is absorbed. At this point, the orzo won’t be completely cooked yet, but that’s just the way we want it!
Combine the Ingredients: Toss the shrimp as well as the marinade into the orzo. Stir and then cover the pot, letting it cook until the shrimp is pink and the orzo is fully cooked.
Finish & Serve: Lastly, stir in the remaining butter to get the sauce nice and creamy Season with salt and pepper to taste and then garnish with parsley and lemon wedges.
Leftover shrimp orzo is perfect for next-day lunches This recipe will stay fresh in the fridge for up to 2 days, and can be served cold or warm.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 cups orzo
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Parsley for garnish
- Lemon wedges for garnish
Instructions
- 1. Whisk together the lemon marinade ingredients in a large bowl, then toss in the shrimp to coat. Leave aside.
- 2. Melt the butter in a large skillet and add in the orzo. Stir often until the orzo becomes golden in color, then add in the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- 3. Add the chicken stock into the orzo and bring it to a boil. Simmer, covered, until all the broth is absorbed.
- 4. Toss the shrimp and the marinade into the orzo. Stir and cover the pot, cooking until the shrimp is pink and the orzo is fully cooked.
- 5. Stir in the remaining butter to make the sauce creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste and garnish with parsley and lemon wedges.
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