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shrimp orzo recipe

Shrimp Orzo Recipe

A delicious and easy shrimp orzo recipe, perfect for a weeknight meal. This recipe combines tender shrimp with orzo pasta in a light and flavorful lemon sauce.
Prep : 10 Total : 25 minutes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 pound Shrimp
  • 1 cup Orzo pasta
  • 0.5 cup Chopped onion
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 1 cup Chicken broth
  • 0.25 cup Lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 0.25 cup Chopped fresh parsley

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Cook orzo according to package directions.
  • Sauté onion in olive oil until softened.
  • Add shrimp and cook until pink.
  • Stir in cooked orzo, chicken broth, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  • Simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Garnish with parsley and serve.

Notes

For a spicier dish, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.