One Pot “Marry Me” Shrimp and Orzo Pasta
Indulge in the delightful One Pot “Marry Me” Shrimp and Orzo Pasta, a creamy masterpiece that combines succulent shrimp with tender orzo pasta in a rich sun-dried tomato sauce. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, offering bold flavors and minimal cleanup—everything cooks together in one pot! With its blend of garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and smoked paprika, this recipe is sure to impress your family and guests alike. Plus, it’s versatile; swap out shrimp for chicken or turkey to suit your preference. Get ready to enjoy a satisfying and nutritious meal that’s quick to prepare!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 pound shrimp (thawed, drained, and patted dry)
- 8 oz orzo (about 2 cups of uncooked pasta)
- 3 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (drained and julienned)
- 2 cups baby spinach
- Smoked paprika, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Sauté shrimp seasoned with sun-dried tomato oil, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika in a large skillet until pink; set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic with crushed red pepper. Add chicken broth, heavy cream, sun-dried tomatoes, orzo, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
- Cover and cook for approximately 10 minutes until orzo is tender.
- Stir in parmesan cheese and spinach until wilted; return shrimp to the pan before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 150mg