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Shrimp And Orzo With Cherry Tomatoes And Parmesan Cheese Recipe

This vibrant and flavorful Shrimp and Orzo Pasta dish is ready in under 40 minutes! Juicy shrimp, sweet burst cherry tomatoes, and creamy parmesan cheese combine with perfectly cooked orzo for a delicious weeknight meal. Easy to follow instructions make this recipe perfect for both beginner and experienced cooks. #shrimprecipe #orzopasta #cherrytomatoes #parmesan #easyrecipe #weeknightdinner #pasta

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 731.9 kcal
Protein 102g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Shrimp And Orzo With Cherry Tomatoes And Parmesan Cheese

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Ingredients for Shrimp And Orzo With Cherry Tomatoes And Parmesan Cheese

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How to Make Shrimp And Orzo With Cherry Tomatoes And Parmesan Cheese

  1. Cook 1 cup orzo pasta according to package directions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta cooking water before draining.
  2. While pasta cooks, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Season 1 pound shrimp with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper.
  4. Add shrimp to the skillet and cook for 1 1/2 minutes per side, or until pink and cooked through.
  5. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
  6. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil to the skillet. Add 1/2 cup chopped onion, 2 cloves minced garlic, and 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional).
  7. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant.
  8. Add 1 pint cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until tomatoes begin to soften and burst, stirring occasionally.
  9. Stir in the cooked orzo, shrimp, and 1/4 cup of the reserved pasta water. Cook for 1 minute, or until heated through and the sauce slightly thickens.
  10. Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese and 1 tablespoon fresh basil (chopped). Season with an additional 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper to taste.
  11. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

101 g

Sugar

39g

Fat

26g

Carbs

26g

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