Creamy Orzo With Spinach and Shrimp
"A nice alternative to the traditional risotto, and much easier too! It was so easy to make with any add-in's you have on hand."
photo by Rita1652
- Ready In:
- 35mins
- Ingredients:
- 14
- Serves:
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4
ingredients
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 1⁄4 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 1 1⁄4 cups water
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced (or to your liking)
- 1 cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
- 1 tomatoes, cored and seeded
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
- 1⁄2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 ounce fresh parmesan cheese, grated
- 12 large shrimp
- 1⁄2 tablespoon creole seasoning (optional)
- salt and pepper
- 1 dash red pepper (optional)
directions
- Melt butter in a large skillet.
- Add garlic and sauté for 2 minutes.
- Add orzo and sauté for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add chicken broth and water, bring to a boil.
- Once at a boil reduce heat to a simmer uncovered.
- Meanwhile core, seed and dice the tomatoes and thaw and strain the spinach.
- Once the liquid in the orzo begins to absorb (about 5 minutes) add the tomatoes and stir.
- Let this simmer for another 5 minutes then add the spinach and stir.
- Cook until the liquid is fully absorbed (about another 15 minutes).
- In a separate pan sauté the shrimp and sprinkle with creole seasoning (optional, you can use whatever spice you like) until cooked.
- Add the cheeses and fresh basil, red pepper (optional) to the orzo and stir, then add in the shrimp and serve!
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Reviews
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This did come out nice and creamy. I did use Old Bay on the Shrimp cooking over high heat in olive oil a quick 1-2 minutes per side. Served the shrimp on top. Garnished with fresh basil. Thanks! -
Super good! I increased the garlic and would even do it more. I will add sun dried tomatoes instead of fresh tomatoes next time. I did add the creole seasoning. I think this is a must.
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Super good! I increased the garlic and would even do it more. I will add sun dried tomatoes instead of fresh tomatoes next time. I did add the creole seasoning. I think this is a must.
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