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Shrimp Scampi Orzo

Shrimp Scampi Orzo

Shrimp Scampi Orzo is a delicious 30-minute one pan dinner featuring succulent shrimp in a garlicky lemon butter sauce with orzo and herbs.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Dinner, Main
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 415 kcal

Equipment

  • 12" Skillet

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil divided
  • 1 lemon divided
  • 5 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
  • Kosher salt
  • freshly ground pepper
  • 4 tablespoon butter divided
  • cup minced shallots
  • pinch crushed red pepper flakes
  • cup dry white wine or broth mixed with a splash of white wine vinegar
  • 1 cup dry orzo pasta
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 tablespoon chopped fresh chives

Instructions
 

  • Place shrimp in a bowl and toss with 1 Tbsp. olive oil, the zest of 1 lemon, 2 thinly sliced garlic cloves, ¾ tsp. kosher salt, and ½ tsp. freshly ground black pepper.
  • Heat 2 Tbsp. butter in a large skillet over medium. Once melted, add shrimp and cook until opaque, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a clean bowl.
  • Add remaining 1 Tbsp. olive oil and 2 Tbsp. butter to pan, along with shallots, chili flakes, and remaining 3 cloves of sliced garlic. Sauté until aromatic, about 3 minutes. Stir in orzo and allow grains to toast for 1 to 2 minutes. Add white wine (or broth + vinegar mixture) and simmer for 2 minutes to reduce. Season with ½ tsp. kosher salt and a few grinds of black pepper.
  • Add 2 ¾ cups of water and bring orzo mixture to a simmer. Simmer, uncovered, until grains are al dente and most of the liquid is absorbed, about 12 minutes. Stir shrimp back into the pan along with half of the fresh herbs. Garnish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, a drizzle of olive oil, remaining fresh herbs, and a few grinds of black pepper.

Notes

To Store: Transfer leftovers to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. To Reheat: Reheat in a skillet over medium-low heat, adding a splash of water or broth. You can also use a microwave. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over each serving once warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 2cupsCalories: 415kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 18gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 990mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g
Keyword low lactose, one-pan dinner, Orzo, quick dinner, Shrimp, Shrimp Scampi Orzo
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