Name: Savory One Pan Parmesan Orzo with Shrimp – No Stress Dinner
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1 teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon paprika; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta (200 g); 2½ cups vegetable or chicken broth; ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (50 g); 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 2 tablespoons chopped parsley

Description

A comforting, creamy one pan dinner featuring tender shrimp, savory Parmesan, and perfectly cooked orzo, ideal for busy evenings.

Ingredients

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1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup uncooked orzo pasta (200 g)
2½ cups vegetable or chicken broth
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (50 g)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons chopped parsley

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Instructions

Season shrimp with salt, pepper, and paprika.
Heat oil and butter in a skillet and sear shrimp briefly. Remove and set aside.
Sauté garlic, then toast orzo for 1–2 minutes.
Add broth and simmer until orzo is tender.
Stir in Parmesan and lemon juice.
Return shrimp to pan and cook until heated through.
Garnish with parsley and serve.

Notes

For a creamier texture, add extra broth before serving. Adjust seasoning to taste and garnish with additional Parmesan if desired.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes