One-Pan Lemon-Dill Shrimp with Orzo

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Quick-cooked shrimp with orzo pasta, fresh lemon, and dill in a vibrant, lemony sauce that. This Mediterranean one-pot recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs shrimp, orzo pasta, and chicken broth for a weeknight-friendly dinner. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Build a week of meals around this recipe" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Transfer shrimp to a plate and set aside.
  2. Step 2: Add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil to the skillet. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned. Add orzo pasta and stir to coat, cooking for 1 minute.
  3. Step 3: Pour in chicken broth, then add 1/2 cup lemon juice (from 1 lemon, juiced), 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until orzo is tender and broth has reduced slightly.
  4. Step 4: Stir in reserved shrimp, 2 tbsp dill, and remaining 1/4 cup lemon juice. Cook for 2 more minutes until shrimp are heated through and sauce is glossy. Taste and adjust lemon or salt as needed.

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