One Pot Lemon Butter Shrimp Orzo

This Lemon Butter Shrimp Orzo recipe is a weeknight miracle! A one pot dinner made in just around 30 minutes. The fresh lemon pair perfectly with shrimp. This shrimp with orzo recipe will be a new favorite all year long!

Ingredients for One Pot Shrimp with Orzo:

It only takes 10 simple ingredients (including salt and pepper!) to make this fresh and filling shrimp with orzo recipe. Here’s what you need:

• Raw Shrimp – Large (16/20ct shrimp) peeled and deveined. The tails are optional.
• Olive Oil
• Lemon – both the zest and juice for extra flavor!
• Garlic
• Butter
• Orzo – Found in the pasta aisle and looks like the shape of rice but is actually pasta
• Chicken Broth or Stock
• Fresh Parsley
• Spices – Red Pepper Flakes, Salt and Pepper

How to Make One Pot Lemon Butter Shrimp Orzo

Making a one pot meal is so easy! Start by cooking the orzo then adding the shrimp to the pot until fully cooked. See the instructions below:

1. Marinate Shrimp: Toss the shrimp with the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, and red pepper flakes. Set aside while you cook the orzo.
2. Toast and Cook Orzo: In a dutch oven or large sauté pan with deep sides, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the orzo and cook until slightly golden and toasted – add the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the chicken broth and bring to a boil – make sure to stir and scrape any of the orzo or garlic off the bottom. Lower the heat and reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook until the orzo absorbs all the broth and is just al dente (about 10 minutes). I like to stir every few minutes to keep the orzo from sticking to the bottom.
3. Add Shrimp: Add the shrimp (and excess marinade) to the orzo and stir to combine. Cover and cook for about 5 minutes on low until the shrimp is cooked – stir every couple of minutes to keep things from sticking to the bottom.
4. Serve: Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley and serve with extra lemon wedges.

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FAQ’s

How do you know when shrimp is cooked?

While raw shrimp is grey and translucent, shrimp becomes pink and opaque when fully cooked. It will also start to curl into a ‘C’ shape when cooked. Shrimp cooks very quickly!

What can this be served with?

This shrimp with orzo recipe can be served on its own or I love pairing it with some simple steamed or roasted veggies – such as broccoli or peas! You also can’t go wrong with a big green salad.

Leftovers and Reheating

Leftovers and Storage: Leftovers will keep fresh in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

Reheating: Although shrimp is best when it is freshly cooked, you can reheat it in the microwave for a few seconds until warmed. Don’t microwave for too long or the shrimp can become tough. I also like eating the leftovers cold out of the fridge for lunch!

Recipe Notes and Tips:

• Buy Pre-Peeled and Deveined Shrimp – Peeling and deveining shrimp can be time consuming, so I love buying shrimp that is already peeled and deveined. It’s up to you if you want tail on or off!
• Buy Extra Lemons – I love serving this with extra lemon wedges so people can spritz on a little fresh lemon juice right before eating.

More Shrimp Recipes

• Sheet Pan Pineapple Shrimp – A 15-minute weeknight dinner! Broil pineapple, bell peppers, and shrimp with a simple sauce.
• Grilled Shrimp Kabobs – Simple to make and perfect for an easy summer meal. The lemon marinade for grilled shrimp is so flavorful and fresh tasting.

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