Sun-dried Tomato Orzo with Garlic Butter Shrimp

Recipe Source: Jennifer

Ingredients:

• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 cup orzo pasta
• 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 tbsp butter
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Directions:

1. Cook orzo pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
3. Add shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink and cooked through, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add butter and sun-dried tomatoes. Cook for a few minutes to infuse the butter with tomato flavor.
5. Add chicken broth to the skillet and bring to a simmer.
6. Stir in cooked orzo pasta and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
7. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss everything together until well combined.
8. Serve the Sun-dried Tomato Orzo with Garlic Butter Shrimp garnished with fresh parsley.
9. Enjoy!