Shrimp & Orzo (1-Pan, 20-Minute Dinner!)
This cozy one-pan shrimp orzo dinner comes together in just 20 minutes with bright lemon, savory garlic, and juicy cherry tomatoes; all cooked together easily in one skillet. It’s everything you want in a weeknight dinner: fast, flavorful, and ready when you are!
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 ½ pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup orzo
- ½ cup dry white wine (or additional broth)
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Sear: Heat the olive oil and butter in a large, lidded skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper, then cook for 1–2 minutes per side, until just opaque. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté: In the same skillet (no need to wash it first) stir in the garlic and orzo, and cook for 1–2 minutes until lightly toasted.
- Deglaze and simmer: Pour in the white wine (or ½ cup broth) and stir, scraping up any bits from the bottom of the pan. Add 2 cups of broth, bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is tender and the liquid is absorbed. If the pan dries out too much at the end, add a splash more broth.
- Finish: Return the shrimp to the skillet along with the tomatoes, lemon juice, parmesan, and parsley. Stir gently to combine. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. Serve with more parsley and parmesan if desired.
Notes
- Shrimp: I used 1 ½ pounds of shrimp here for extra protein, but this recipe also works with 1 pound if that’s what you’ve got.
- Use the Right Pan: Be sure to use a large heavy bottom pot with a lid for this recipe.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 (of 4) | Calories: 399kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 227mg | Sodium: 749mg | Potassium: 531mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 947IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 179mg | Iron: 2mg
