Description
Indulge in a flavorful Mediterranean delight with this Garlic Orzo Tuscan Shrimp recipe. This dish combines tender shrimp with creamy orzo, fresh garlic, and vibrant spinach for a satisfying meal ready in just 30 minutes. Perfect for both weeknight dinners and elegant gatherings, it promises to impress your guests while keeping the cooking process simple and stress-free.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Orzo: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add orzo and cook until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- 2. Sauté Shrimp: In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add shrimp seasoned with salt and pepper. Cook until pink and opaque (3-4 minutes per side). Remove from skillet.
- 3. Prepare Garlic: Add more olive oil if needed, then sauté minced garlic in the same skillet for about one minute until fragrant.
- 4. Add Liquid Ingredients: Pour in chicken broth; bring to a simmer. Stir in heavy cream and reduce slightly (about 5 minutes).
- 5. Combine Ingredients: Return cooked orzo to the skillet with spinach. Stir until spinach wilts, then add shrimp back.
- 6. Serve: Plate your dish and drizzle with extra sauce as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 220mg