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One-Pot Lemon Orzo with Shrimp

Name: One-Pot Lemon Orzo with Shrimp
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 lb shrimp, peeled; 1½ cups orzo; 3 garlic cloves; 3 cups chicken broth; 1 lemon, zest + juice; ½ cup feta; 2 handfuls spinach; Dill, to finish

Creamy lemon orzo cooked risotto-style with garlicky shrimp and feta, all in one pan.

Time

30 min

Skill

Beginner

Serves

Per serving

531 cal

Ingredients

1 lb shrimp, peeled
1½ cups orzo
3 garlic cloves
3 cups chicken broth
1 lemon, zest + juice
½ cup feta
2 handfuls spinach
Dill, to finish

Per serving

531 cal

68g protein

23g carbs

18g fat

High confidence7 of 7 ingredients matched

Calculated from ingredient quantities against USDA FoodData Central, for 4 servings.

Method

1
Sear shrimp with garlic 2 minutes per side; remove.
2
Toast orzo in the same pan; add broth gradually, stirring until creamy, ~12 minutes.
3
Stir in lemon, spinach and feta until wilted and glossy.
4
Return shrimp; finish with dill and black pepper.

Cooking items needed

Tools to have ready before you start.

Cutting board

Peeler

Grater / zester

Measuring cups & spoons

Skillet / frying pan