Description
Marry Me Shrimp and Orzo Pasta is a delightful dish featuring succulent shrimp and tender orzo pasta, combined with a creamy sauce and fresh basil, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink. Remove shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the orzo, cherry tomatoes, chicken broth, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally until the orzo is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
- Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until well combined. Add the cooked shrimp back into the skillet and mix gently.
- Remove from heat and stir in fresh basil. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute half of the heavy cream with low-fat milk or use a dairy-free alternative.
- You can also add spinach or kale to the dish for extra nutrients.
- For a more robust flavor, consider adding a splash of white wine when cooking the shrimp.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 200mg