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Shrimp Orzo

Shrimp Orzo

A delightful Shrimp Orzo recipe featuring seared shrimp, cooked orzo, and creamy sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Cast Iron Skillet
  • Non-Stick Pan

Ingredients
  

Shrimp

  • 1 lb raw shrimp large, peeled, and deveined 16 or 20 count per 1 pound of shrimp
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning thyme, basil, oregano, rosemary
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 5 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Orzo and sauce ingredients

  • cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
  • 1 cup orzo uncooked
  • 2 cups chicken stock
  • ¼ 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 freshly ground black pepper.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil on medium-high heat in a large skillet until hot. Add shrimp and minced garlic, and cook for about 2 minutes per side.
  • Make sure the shrimp are not overcrowded to avoid steaming. You might have to work in batches. Remove shrimp to a plate.

How to cook orzo

  • To the same skillet, add chopped sun-dried tomatoes, 1 cup of uncooked orzo, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Cook the orzo on medium heat, stirring, for about 2 minutes until browned.
  • Add 2 cups of chicken stock and ¼ teaspoon of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for about 5 or 10 minutes, occasionally stirring to prevent sticking.
  • Add spinach, artichokes, and cream. Stir everything on low-medium heat until the spinach wilts.
  • Add seared shrimp to the skillet with the cream sauce. Simmer for about 2 minutes, until warmed through.
  • Season with salt and pepper and more smoked paprika, if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Creamy, Orzo, pasta, Quick Meal, seafood, shrimp
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