LEMON-GARLIC SHRIMP ORZO SKILLET
You know that phrase, "a little goes a long way?" Well, that absolutely applies to this dish, which tastes rich and buttery but actually only includes 2 tablespoons of butter! The trick is waiting until the end to add the butter when it can enrich the orzo, which has already been flavored by cooking in broth, and the zucchini, which has a naturally buttery taste when sautéed. The shrimp, also added at the end, gets infused with all the flavors already in the pan, so the whole dish is redolent of garlic and butter and only needs a squeeze of lemon and sprinkle of fresh herbs for contrast. Garnishing with a bit of nutty Parmesan takes it all over the top.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add zucchini and salt; cook 4 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until crisp-tender. Remove with slotted spoon; reserve.
- Heat same skillet over medium heat; add garlic and pasta. Cook 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until garlic is fragrant and pasta is lightly toasted. Add broth; cover and simmer 10 to 11 minutes or until liquid is nearly absorbed.
- Stir in shrimp, butter and zucchini; cover and cook 3 to 4 minutes or until shrimp are pink and pasta is tender.
- Stir in cheese, lemon, and thyme; garnish with parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 140 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize About 1 Cup, Sodium 460 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g
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Sabrina Shafe
[email protected]This dish was a disappointment. I wouldn't recommend it.
AHMED ELSHERBINY
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my dish didn't turn out well. I'm not sure what went wrong.
Mr Peely is idk
[email protected]This recipe is a bit bland. I added some extra spices to give it more flavor.
fmstar 190
[email protected]The orzo was a bit undercooked for my liking, but overall the dish was good.
Sunny Odukoya
[email protected]This dish is a bit too garlicky for my taste, but I still enjoyed it.
Chamling Nayan
[email protected]The lemon-garlic sauce is amazing! I've used it on other dishes, too.
Shorif Mia
[email protected]I love how quick and easy this dish is to make. It's perfect for a weeknight meal.
Alice Tries
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and turned out great! I used fresh shrimp and it was delicious.
Leyh Muzo
[email protected]I've made this dish several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The flavors are amazing, and it's so easy to make.
Mary Rugo
[email protected]This dish was a hit with my family! The lemon and garlic flavors were perfectly balanced, and the shrimp were cooked to perfection. I also loved the addition of orzo, which made the dish more filling and satisfying.