Description
Ready in just 30 minutes, this Garlic Butter Shrimp and Orzo recipe delivers big flavor in a single skillet. Perfect for quick dinners, this easy recipe features juicy shrimp sautéed in garlic butter, tender orzo pasta, and a touch of fresh lemon for a light, satisfying finish. Whether you’re looking for quick dinner ideas, healthy seafood recipes, or comforting one-pan meals, this dish is a must-try! Ideal for weeknights or impressing guests without the stress.
Ingredients
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup orzo
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 tbsp butter
1 tbsp olive oil
2 cups chicken broth
1 lemon, juiced and zested
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
1. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. Season with salt and pepper.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and sear 1–2 minutes per side until pink. Remove and set aside.
3. Lower heat to medium. Melt butter in the same skillet, then add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
4. Stir in orzo and toast for 1–2 minutes until lightly golden.
5. Add chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Cook 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until orzo is tender and most liquid is absorbed.
6. Return shrimp to the skillet. Add lemon juice and zest. Cook for 1–2 minutes to heat through.
7. Turn off heat. Stir in chopped parsley. Serve warm with optional lemon wedges.
Notes
For extra flavor, toast the orzo before adding broth.
Always use fresh garlic and lemon for the best taste.
Add a splash of broth when reheating to refresh leftovers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-pan sauté
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
Keywords: garlic butter shrimp, easy dinner, quick seafood recipe, orzo pasta, one skillet meals