Shrimp And Orzo With Cherry Tomatoes And Parmesan C

Name: Shrimp And Orzo With Cherry Tomatoes And Parmesan Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta (rice-shaped pasta); 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, divided; 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1 cup chopped onion; 1 tablespoon minced garlic; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/3 cup grated fresh parmesan cheese; 1/3 cup chopped fresh basil

Servings: persons

1 cup uncooked orzo pasta (rice-shaped pasta)
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, divided
1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1/3 cup grated fresh parmesan cheese
1/3 cup chopped fresh basil

1
Cook the pasta according to package directions.
2
While pasta cooks, heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3
Sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/8 teaspoon of black pepper evenly over shrimp.
4
Add shrimp to pan; cook 1 1/2 minutes on each side or until done.
5
Remove from pan.
6
Add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to pan.
7
Add onion, garlic, and red pepper; cook 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
8
Add tomatoes, and cook 3 minutes or until tomatoes begin to soften, stirring occasionally.
9
Stir in pasta and shrimp; cook 1 minute or until thoroughly heated.
10
Remove from heat, and stir in 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, cheese, and basil.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta (rice-shaped pasta), 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided, 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, divided, and more.

Yes, Shrimp And Orzo With Cherry Tomatoes And Parmesan Cheese 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.

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Shrimp And Orzo With Cherry Tomatoes And Parmesan Cheese

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