Orzo, Shrimp, And Pea Casserole Recipe

Name: Orzo, Shrimp, And Pea Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 slices lean bacon; 3 scallions, finely chopped; 1 -2 garlic clove, minced; 3 cups chicken broth; 1 1/2 cups orzo pasta; 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese; salt; black pepper; 1 lb fresh small shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1 1/2 cups frozen thawed peas (or fresh); 1 cup sour cream

Servings: persons

6 slices lean bacon
3 scallions, finely chopped
1 -2 garlic clove, minced
3 cups chicken broth
1 1/2 cups orzo pasta
1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
salt
black pepper
1 lb fresh small shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 1/2 cups frozen thawed peas (or fresh)
1 cup sour cream

1
In a skillet, fry bacon over medium heat until almost crisp; drain on paper towels.
2
Pour off all but about 1 tablespoon of fat; add in scallions and garlic; stir/saute until softened and set aside.
3
Crumble bacon.
4
Preheat oven to 350u00b0; butter a 2 quart casserole and set aside.
5
In a large saucepan, bring the broth to a boil; add in the orzo; decrease heat to low; cover, and cook until all the liquid is absorbed, about 15 minutes.
6
Transfer the orzo to the casserole dish; add bacon, scallions and garlic, and 1/2 cup cheese; season to taste with salt and pepper and stir well.
7
Add the shrimp and peas and stir gently just to mix the shrimp and peas into the orzo.
8
Spread the sour cream evenly over the top; sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
9
Bake about 25 minutes, until bubbly and golden.

1320

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

129

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 slices lean bacon, 3 scallions, finely chopped, 1 -2 garlic clove, minced, 3 cups chicken broth, and more.

Yes, Orzo, Shrimp, And Pea Casserole falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Orzo, Shrimp, And Pea Casserole

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