Description

Shrimp Orzo is the perfect dish if you're looking for a delicious dish that's perfect for warm weather or a comforting meal. This simple weeknight meal is packed with succulent shrimp, and tons of flavor, and can be whipped up in just 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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1 lb shrimp- peeled, deveined, butterflied with tails on

1/4 cup orzo

2 cups spinach

1/4 cup red bell pepper, diced

1/4 cup yellow bell pepper, diced

1/4 cup orange bell pepper, diced

1/2 cup onion

1 cup white wine

1 cup vegetable broth

2 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil

2 tablespoons garlic, minced

1/2 teaspoon ground thyme

1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

1 teaspoon chili powder

3/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon pepper

*Optional-fresh parsley for garnish

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Instructions

The first thing to do as a best practice with any recipe is to complete the prep work to ensure smooth cooking. Dice all of the bell peppers and onions into small pieces. Peel and devein the shrimp, and leave the tails on. Chop all of the fresh herbs. Chop spinach if desired.
In a large saucepan, sauté onions and bell pepper with olive oil on medium heat. Once the vegetables have softened, add the vegetable broth, wine, orzo, and all spices; stir to combine before turning the heat to low. Cover and cook on low until the liquid has reduced significantly and the orzo has become more tender.
Add the shrimp and cook uncovered until the orzo is finished cooking and the shrimp has cooked throughout-about 5 minutes.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15
Category: Main Dish
Method: Sauteed
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 265
Sugar: 2.6 g
Sodium: 742.4 mg
Fat: 8.1 g
Carbohydrates: 13.8 g
Protein: 25.1 g
Cholesterol: 182.5 mg