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Description
This One Pan Parmesan Orzo with Shrimp is a quick and easy weeknight dinner. You get a complete meal with minimal cleanup. Enjoy the creamy, cheesy flavors in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large oven-safe skillet, toss shrimp with olive oil, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Add orzo pasta and minced garlic to the skillet.
- Pour in chicken broth and stir to combine.
- Bring to a simmer on the stovetop.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until orzo is cooked and shrimp is pink and opaque.
- Remove from oven and stir in Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.
- You can substitute vegetable broth for chicken broth.
- Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your preference.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like spinach or zucchini to the skillet.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 180mg