One-Pan Shrimp Scampi and Orzo
Lemony, garlicky shrimp steamed over luscious pasta--this One-Pan Shrimp Scampi and Orzo is a super satisfying weeknight meal!
Servings: 4
Calories: 300kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp, shelled and deveined
- 2 tsp olive oil
- zest of 1 lemon
- 3-4 tbsp lemon juice
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 3/4 tsp kosher salt, divided
- black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp light butter (I use Earth Balance whipped)
- 1 cup dried orzo
- 1/3 cup dry white wine like Chardonnay
- 1 1/2 cup seafood or veggie broth
- parsley or chives to garnish
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, stir together shrimp, 1 tsp olive oil, lemon zest, red-pepper flakes, ¼ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon pepper and half of the garlic. Set aside to marinate. (This step can be done up to 1 hour in advance.)
- Add butter and 1 tsp olive oil to a medium skillet set over medium heat. When the butter starts to bubble, add the orzo and ½ teaspoon salt and cook, stirring often, until the orzo is toasted, about 3 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
- Carefully add the wine to the orzo — it will bubble — and stir until absorbed, about 1 minute. Stir in broth, reduce heat to low, cover, and cook until orzo is al dente, about 9-10 minutes.
- Add the shrimp in an even layer on top of the orzo, cover, and cook until all the shrimp is pink and cooked through, 2 to 4 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, 2 minutes.
- Mix in lemon juice to taste. Season with extra salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle with parsley or chives. Serve with extra lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
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Nutrition
Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 150mg | Sodium: 1439mg | Potassium: 257mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 549IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 81mg | Iron: 1mg