Tuscan Shrimp Orzo (one-pan, 30-minute Meal

• 總時間: 20 minutes

食材

Ingredients (Serves 4)

For the Shrimp:

1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled & deveined

1/2 tsp smoked paprika

Salt & pepper, to taste

1 tbsp olive oil

For the Orzo:

1 tbsp olive oil (plus more if needed)

3–4 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 yellow onion, finely diced

1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional)

1 cup orzo pasta

2 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth

1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, chopped

2 cups baby spinach

1/3 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)

1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Zest of 1/2 lemon

Juice of 1/2 lemon

步驟

Sear the Shrimp

In a large sauté pan or skillet, heat 1 tbsp olive oil over medium-high heat.

Season shrimp with paprika, salt, and pepper. Sear for 1–2 minutes per side until just cooked. Remove and set aside.

Sauté Aromatics

In the same pan, add another tbsp olive oil if needed. Sauté onion and garlic for 2–3 minutes until fragrant. Add chili flakes if using.

Toast the Orzo

Stir in the orzo and cook for 1 minute to lightly toast it.

Simmer

Add the broth and sun-dried tomatoes. Stir and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for about 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until orzo is tender and liquid is mostly absorbed.

Finish with Cream & Greens

Stir in spinach, cream, Parmesan, lemon zest, and juice. Let it all melt and come together for 2–3 minutes.

Return Shrimp

Add the cooked shrimp back to the pan. Toss gently and heat for another 1–2 minutes until warmed through.

Serve

Spoon into bowls and serve with extra Parmesan, a drizzle of olive oil, or fresh herbs like basil or parsley.