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Lemon Garlic Shrimp Orzo (One Pan)

A delicious and easy one-pan dish featuring succulent shrimp, orzo pasta, and a zesty lemon garlic sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Shrimp and Orzo
  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 1 medium lemon juiced and zested
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 cup spinach fresh

Method
 

Cooking the Dish
  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  2. Add the shrimp to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes until they start to turn pink.
  3. Stir in the orzo and chicken broth, bringing the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 10-12 minutes, or until the orzo is tender.
  4. Once the orzo is cooked, stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, and fresh spinach. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until the spinach wilts.
  5. Remove from heat, adjust seasoning if necessary, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For added flavor, consider garnishing with fresh parsley or grated Parmesan cheese before serving.

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