One-Pot Lemon Garlic Shrimp Orzo

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Tender shrimp cooked with orzo pasta in a lemon-garlic broth, all made in a single pot for an easy, bright dinner. This Mediterranean-inspired one-pot recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs extra virgin olive oil, garlic cloves, medium shrimp for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 360 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 "Plan a meal with the AI" 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: 5 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 360 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a large deep skillet or pot over medium heat until shimmering. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined medium shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and just cooked through. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  3. Step 3: In the same pot, add 1 1/2 cups orzo pasta and toast for 1 minute, stirring frequently.
  4. Step 4: Pour in 3 cups chicken broth, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 8-10 minutes until orzo is tender and most liquid is absorbed.
  5. Step 5: Stir in cooked shrimp, 1 tsp lemon zest, 3 tbsp lemon juice, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley. Cook for 1 more minute to combine flavors. Serve warm.

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