Savor a delicious one-pan meal with this creamy shrimp orzo skillet recipe. Quick prep & easy cooking make it a perfect weeknight dinner! 155 chars
Ingredients
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8 oz orzo pasta
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup cherry tomatoes
2 cups baby spinach
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh lemon juice to taste
Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the orzo pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil. Sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add shrimp, seasoning with salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook shrimp until pink and opaque, around 3-5 minutes. Remove shrimp and set aside.
In the same skillet, pour in chicken broth, bringing it to a simmer. Stir in heavy cream and allow it to thicken. Add cherry tomatoes and spinach, simmering for about 3 minutes until spinach wilts.
Combine the cooked orzo and shrimp with the sauce in the skillet. Mix until heated through, adjusting seasoning with salt, pepper, and fresh lemon juice.
Plate and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve hot.
Notes
A quick and delicious Creamy Shrimp Orzo Skillet recipe that is perfect for busy weeknight dinners. It combines juicy shrimp, creamy sauce, and satisfying orzo pasta in under 30 minutes.
