Sun-dried Tomato Orzo with Garlic Butter Shrimp

JE
Jennifer

Cuisine: Mediterranean
Categories: Pasta & Seafood

Recipe Source: Jennifer

This delightful dish combines the rich flavors of sun-dried tomatoes, garlic butter, and succulent shrimp with tender orzo pasta. It's a perfect balance of savory and satisfying elements that will impress your taste buds.

Sun-dried Tomato Orzo with Garlic Butter Shrimp
shrimp
orzo
sun-dried tomato
garlic butter
easy dinner

Difficulty: MEDIUM

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes

Serving Size: Serves 4

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!