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One Pot 'Marry Me' Shrimp and Orzo Pasta

A delicious one pot meal featuring shrimp, orzo, and a symphony of flavors that brings comfort to your table.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 480
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 1 lb Shrimp, peeled and deveined Lean protein source
  • 1 cup Orzo pasta Adds heartiness to the dish
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced Brings a fragrant zing
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved Adds freshness and color
  • 2 cups Spinach For a healthy green boost
  • 4 cups Chicken broth Flavorful base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil For sautéing
  • 1 lemon Lemon juice Brightens the dish
  • Fresh parsley, for garnish For presentation
  • Salt and pepper, to taste Finishing touches

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Add the shrimp, seasoning them with salt and pepper, and cook until they turn pink, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from pot and set aside.
Cooking
  1. Add halved cherry tomatoes to the pot and cook for 2 minutes until softened.
  2. Stir in the orzo pasta and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer.
  3. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is al dente, approximately 10-12 minutes.
  4. Once cooked, stir in spinach and the cooked shrimp. Drizzle with lemon juice and toss well to combine.
  5. Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot.

Notes

Spice it up with red pepper flakes or use chickpeas and vegetable broth for a vegetarian option. For a creamy twist, stir in cream cheese.