Shrimp Scampi with Broccoli Orzo
This quick and easy Shrimp Scampi with Broccoli Orzo is a dish the whole family will love and it's ready in under 30 minutes!
Servings:
4
yield(s)
Prep Time:
5
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Cook Time:
20
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Total Time:
25
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Ingredients
Pasta
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5
ounces uncooked orzo pasta, or gluten-free pasta
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3
cup
of roughly chopped fresh broccoli florets only, no stems
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1
tbsp
extra virgin olive oil
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3
cloves garlic, minced
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kosher salt and fresh pepper to taste
Shrimp
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1
tbsp
unsalted butter
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1
tsp
extra-virgin olive oil
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2
garlic cloves, minced
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1
pound peeled and deveined jumbo shrimp, tails removed
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¼
tsp
kosher salt
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
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Pinch red pepper flakes
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Juice from 1 lemon
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1
tbsp
fresh chopped parsley
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grated parmesan cheese, for serving
Instructions
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Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil, add the pasta and broccoli and cook according to package directions for al dente. Reserve about 1/2 cup liquid before draining.
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Drain orzo and broccoli in a colander and add the oil to the pot over medium heat.
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Add the garlic and cook until golden, 30 seconds. Return the drained orzo and stir to combine all.
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Add 1/4 cup of the reserved liquid, or more as needed and cook 1 minute, stirring.
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Meanwhile, in a large skillet melt butter and oil over medium heat. When the butter is melted, add garlic and sauté 30 seconds.
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Add shrimp and season with 1/8 teaspoon salt and pepper. Cook 2 minutes, flip, then add another 1/8 teaspoon salt and pepper. Cook an additional 2 to 3 minutes or until shrimp are opaque and cooked through.
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Remove from heat and add red pepper (if using), lemon juice, and parsley. Toss to evenly coat.
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To serve, divide the shrimp and sauce over 3/4 cup orzo.