Orzo With Shrimp And Tiny Peas Recipe

Name: Orzo With Shrimp And Tiny Peas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups lower-sodium chicken broth; 1 cup uncooked orzo (rice-shaped pasta); 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 large shallot, finely chopped; Zest of 1 lemon plus 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, divided; 2 cups frozen petite green peas, thawed; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon leaves; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 pound frozen cooked shrimp, thawed, drained, and patted dry; 1/2 cup grated fresh Parmesan cheese; Tarragon leaves (optional); Lemon zest, thinly sliced (optional)

Servings: persons

2 1/2 cups lower-sodium chicken broth
1 cup uncooked orzo (rice-shaped pasta)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 large shallot, finely chopped
Zest of 1 lemon plus 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, divided
2 cups frozen petite green peas, thawed
1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon leaves
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 pound frozen cooked shrimp, thawed, drained, and patted dry
1/2 cup grated fresh Parmesan cheese
Tarragon leaves (optional)
Lemon zest, thinly sliced (optional)

1
Heat a large saucepan over high heat. Add broth to pan; bring to a boil. Stir in orzo; reduce heat, and simmer, partially covered, until pasta is al dente and most of the liquid is absorbed (about 10 minutes), stirring occasionally.
2
Heat butter in a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat; stir in shallot and zest. Cook until shallot is softened (about 3 minutes), stirring frequently. Add peas; cook until peas are bright green (about 2 minutes), stirring occasionally. Remove skillet from heat; stir in lemon juice, chopped tarragon, salt, and pepper. Transfer pea mixture to a plate.
3
Add shrimp and orzo to skillet; cook until heated through (about 4 minutes), stirring frequently. Add Parmesan to pan; stir until creamy. Stir in pea mixture. Transfer to 4 bowls, and garnish with tarragon leaves and thinly sliced lemon zest, if desired. Serve immediately.

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

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 cups lower-sodium chicken broth, 1 cup uncooked orzo (rice-shaped pasta), 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 large shallot, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Orzo With Shrimp And Tiny Peas 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 With Shrimp And Tiny Peas

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