Creamy One Pot Garlic Butter Shrimp and Orzo

Name: Creamy One Pot Garlic Butter Shrimp and Orzo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 1 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 1/2 pounds medium shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1 clove garlic, minced; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 1 tablespoon lemon zest; 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 large shallots, diced; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1/3 cup dry white wine; 3 cups chicken stock, or more as needed; 1 cup orzo pasta; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan; 1/4 cup heavy cream; 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill

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Some nights call for a dinner that feels a little indulgent without asking much of you in return. This shrimp and orzo dish does exactly that, letting one pot do all the heavy lifting while garlic, butter, and lemon work their magic. It's simple, satisfying, and ready before you know it.

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Creamy One Pot Garlic Butter Shrimp and Orzo

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The Story Behind This Dish

A little note from the kitchen.

There's something so comforting about a dish that brings together buttery garlic shrimp, bright lemon, and creamy pasta all in one skillet. Every bite delivers a little bit of richness and a little bit of freshness, making it the kind of meal you'll want to make again and again once it becomes part of your regular rotation.

The orzo cooks up tender and slightly creamy, almost like a risotto, thanks to a splash of heavy cream and a generous handful of Parmesan stirred in near the end. Plump, juicy shrimp sit right on top, kissed with garlic butter and a squeeze of lemon, while fresh parsley and dill add little pops of herby brightness throughout.

This is the kind of recipe that fits perfectly into a busy weeknight, since everything comes together in one pot with minimal cleanup. It's also special enough to serve when you have guests over or want to make an ordinary evening feel a little more like a celebration.

Creamy One Pot Garlic Butter Shrimp and Orzo

COURSE: Main Course DIFFICULTY: Easy

PREP TIME 15 mins

COOK TIME 25 mins

TOTAL TIME 40 mins

SERVINGS 1 people

Directions

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1 Set a Dutch oven over medium heat and let 2 tablespoons of butter melt until glossy. Add the shrimp and minced garlic in batches so they have room to cook evenly, sprinkling in salt and pepper as you go. Let them cook for about 2 to 3 minutes, stirring every so often, just until they turn pink and opaque.

2 Sprinkle the lemon zest over the shrimp and pour in the lemon juice, giving everything a gentle stir. Transfer the shrimp to a plate or bowl, cover to keep warm, and set aside while you build the orzo.

3 Return the same Dutch oven to the heat and melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the minced garlic along with the diced shallots, and cook for roughly 3 minutes, stirring now and then, until the shallots turn soft and fragrant.

4 Sprinkle the flour over the shallot mixture and whisk it in constantly for about a minute, letting it deepen to a light golden color without burning.

5 Pour in the white wine followed by the chicken stock, using your spoon to lift any browned bits stuck to the bottom of the pot, since that's where a lot of the flavor lives. Stir the orzo into the liquid and season with salt and pepper to taste.

6 Bring the mixture up to a boil, then turn the heat down so it's gently simmering. Cook for about 6 minutes, stirring occasionally so the orzo doesn't stick, until the pasta is tender. If it looks too thick or starchy, splash in a bit more chicken stock until the texture feels right to you.

7 Stir the Parmesan, heavy cream, remaining lemon juice, parsley, and dill into the orzo, tasting and adjusting the salt and pepper as needed. Nestle the warm shrimp back into the pot, folding them gently into the creamy orzo.

8 Spoon the shrimp and orzo into bowls right away while everything is hot and creamy, and enjoy.

Chef's Note

Grate the Parmesan fresh off the block rather than using pre-shredded cheese, since it melts much more smoothly into the orzo and keeps the sauce creamy instead of grainy.

Keep a close eye on the shrimp as they cook — they go from perfectly pink to rubbery quickly, so pull them off the heat as soon as they turn opaque.

If the orzo thickens up as it sits, stir in a little extra warm chicken stock or water when reheating leftovers to loosen the sauce back to its original creamy consistency.

A dry white wine like Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio works well here; if you'd rather skip the wine, you can replace it with a bit more chicken stock instead.

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat gently on the stovetop over low heat, stirring often so the sauce doesn't break.

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1 serving

Calories: 2280kcal

Protein: 76g

Carbs: 285g

Fat: 95g

Sugar: 38g

Fiber: 19g

Sodium: 1900mg

Cholesterol: 190mg

Potassium: 950mg

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