This creamy garlic shrimp orzo is a luxurious one-pan meal packed with tender shrimp, creamy sauce, and rich flavors. Perfect for an easy yet elegant dinner!
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 30 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- Cook orzo according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a pan, melt butter and cook shrimp with garlic for 2–3 minutes per side. Remove from pan.
- Add tomatoes and red pepper flakes, cooking until softened. Pour in broth and let simmer.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan, then return shrimp and orzo to the pan.
- Garnish with fresh basil and serve hot.
Notes
- Substitute shrimp with chicken for a variation.
- Adjust spice level by adding more or less red pepper flakes.
Find it online: https://tastyera.com/creamy-garlic-shrimp-orzo-2/