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Crispy Garlic Butter Shrimp with Orzo

26 min4 servings๐Ÿณ 1 panPicky-eater safe bet: plain noodles$18.50480 cal ยท 32g protein

Ingredients

  • large shrimp, peeled and deveined1ยฝ lb
  • orzo pasta1 lb
  • butter4 tbsp
  • garlic, minced6 cloves
  • cherry tomatoes1 pint
  • fresh parsley1 bunch
  • kosher salt and black pepper1 set
  • lemon1

Instructions

  1. 1

    Start boiling salted water for orzo and cook according to package directions while you prepare everything else.

  2. 2

    Heat butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat, add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

  3. 3

    Add shrimp to the skillet and season with salt and pepper, cooking for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through.

  4. 4

    Toss in halved cherry tomatoes and cook for 1 minute, then drain cooked orzo and stir it into the skillet with lemon juice and fresh parsley.

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