Lemon Garlic Shrimp Orzo Recipe
Looking for a fast, fresh dinner? This Lemon Garlic Shrimp Orzo Recipe is creamy, light, and ready in 20 minutes. Grab the easy ingredients list now!
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1.5 cups orzo pasta
- 3 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 whole lemon, juiced and zested
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 cup parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear the shrimp until pink and cooked through, then remove from the pan.
- Add dry orzo to the skillet and toast for one minute.
- Pour in the broth and simmer until the orzo is tender.
- Stir in the lemon juice, zest, garlic, and cheese.
- Add the cooked shrimp back to the pan and toss to combine.
- Serve warm with extra parsley.
Notes
Always check that your shrimp reaches an internal temperature of 145°F for food safety.