Description
One Pan Parmesan Orzo with Shrimp is a creamy, delicious dish that brings the flavors of the sea right to your table. This recipe combines tender orzo pasta with succulent shrimp, all enveloped in a rich sauce of Parmesan cheese and heavy cream. Perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests, it comes together in just one pan, making cleanup a breeze. The bright notes of lemon and fresh parsley elevate each bite, creating an instant favorite that seafood lovers will adore. Experience this quick and satisfying meal that delights the palate and impresses every time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound orzo pasta
- 1.5 pounds peeled and deveined shrimp
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup heavy cream
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
- Olive oil and butter for sautéing
Instructions
- In a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat, combine olive oil and butter. Once melted, add diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the orzo pasta and toast for 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth and lemon zest; season with salt and pepper.
- Add shrimp to the skillet, ensuring they are mostly submerged in liquid.
- Once shrimp are cooked through, remove from heat and stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Finish with fresh lemon juice and parsley; adjust seasoning as desired.
- Serve immediately with extra Parmesan on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 180mg