Looking for a delicious weeknight meal that’s easy to make and quick to clean up? Try this one-pan lemon shrimp orzo pasta! With vibrant flavors and ready in under 30 minutes, it’s the perfect solution for busy evenings when you want something satisfying without the fuss.
Ingredients:
* 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
* 2 tablespoons butter
* 3 cloves garlic, minced
* Zest of 1 lemon
* 1 teaspoon paprika
* 1 cup orzo pasta
* 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
* Salt, to taste
* 1/2 cup heavy cream
* 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
* Fresh parsley, chopped
* Lemon juice, to taste
Instructions:
1. In a large skillet or pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic, lemon zest, and paprika. Cook until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
2. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until they turn pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side. Once cooked, remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, add the orzo pasta and chicken or vegetable broth. Seas...