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Garlic Butter Shrimp Orzo Bowl recipe, served and ready to eat, easy homemade dinner
Yesica Andrews

Garlic Butter Shrimp Orzo Bowl Warm and Satisfying Real Comfort

This Garlic Butter Shrimp Orzo Bowl is the perfect easy dinner for any weeknight or family gathering. Featuring garlicky shrimp and tender orzo cooked all in one pan, it’s a comforting and flavorful meal that comes together quickly, making it an ideal one pan orzo dinner for busy nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Ingredients Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 lemon, juiced and freshly zested
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • kosher salt and pepper
  • 1 cup orzo
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 ¼ cups chicken stock
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • lemon wedges, for spritzing

Notes

  • Slightly adapted from the NYT. For extra richness, stir in 1 to 2 tablespoons of melted butter before serving. Perfect for a quick, satisfying meal. Follow @howsweeteats on Instagram and tag #howsweeteats if you try this recipe!