Description
This creamy one-pan Parmesan orzo with shrimp is the ultimate easy comfort meal – buttery, garlicky, and full of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1.5 cups orzo pasta
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 0.5 small onion (finely chopped)
- 0.5 cup dry white wine (optional, or substitute with equal amount broth)
- 3.5 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 0.75 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 whole lemon (zest and juice)
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and onion, cooking until fragrant and soft, about 2 minutes.
- Stir in the orzo and cook for another 2 minutes, letting it get golden and lightly toasted.
- Add wine (if using) and let it reduce by half. Stir in chicken broth and simmer 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until orzo is al dente and most liquid is absorbed but mixture is still slightly saucy.
- Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. Nestle shrimp into the orzo, gently pressing them down. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook 3-4 minutes, flipping once, until shrimp are pink and opaque.
- Reduce heat to low. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan, lemon zest, and juice. If too thick, add a splash of broth until creamy.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Sprinkle with parsley and serve immediately straight from the skillet.
Notes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 610 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 220 mg
Keywords: Creamy Parmesan Orzo with Shrimp