High Protein Marry Me Shrimp Orzo - a simple yet delicious dinner recipe. This recipe could not be more simple to make, it is made in one pot and ready in less than 30 minutes. However don't let the simplicity of the recipe fool you, this orzo is so flavorful and rich tasting.
I love a good shrimp orzo recipe. For more shrimp orzo recipes try my lemon butter shrimp orzo or my mediterranean shrimp orzo.
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Why you'll love this recipe
No complicated recipe here, it is made in one pot in less than 30 minutes.
It is the perfect easy weeknight meal.
Thanks to the shrimp, parmesan and bone broth this recipe is high in protein and healthy fats.
Ingredients
- butter
- shrimp
- garlic
- orzo
- basil
- thyme
- oregano
- basil
- bone broth
- sun dried tomatoes
- coconut milk
- orzo
- parmesan
- mustard
- spinach
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
Substitutions
- parmesan - feta would also be yummy here.
- shrimp - to keep this vegetarian you could use beans instead.
- bone broth - feel free to use regular broth or veggie broth.
- butter - you can use olive oil instead but I prefer to cook my shrimp in butter.
- coconut milk - feel free to use heavy cream.
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Step 1: Cook shrimp.
- Step 2: Cook sundried tomatoes and garlic.
- Step 3: Add all remaining ingredients except for spinach, shrimp and parmesan and simmer for 8 minutes. Then add shrimp and parmesan and cook for 4 more minutes.
- Step 4: Fold in the spinach and cook until wilted.
- Step 5: Divide out and serve.
Storage instructions
You can store the extra pasta in a sealed container in your fridge for up to 2 days. I recommend reheating on the stove but you can also reheat in the microwave.
Recipe Pro-Tips
Use a good quality parmesan for the best tasting orzo. I love parmigiano reggiano.
I am obsessed with Costco argentine red shrimp. Not only are they a great deal they are also delicious!
Recipe FAQS
Yes, I used frozen argentine red shrimp. Just make sure they are thawed out first. I thawed mine sitting out on my counter in a bowl for about 2 hours.
Shrimp are lower in calories and fat but high in protein and minerals.
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High Protein Marry Me Shrimp Orzo
Equipment
Ingredients
Shrimp
- 1 tablespoon butter
- ¼-1/2 teaspoon salt
- pinch black pepper
- 2 servings shrimp 20 small shrimp or 16 regular sized shrimp, I used argentine red shrimp
Pasta
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cloves garlic - minced
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ cup finely chopped basil
- 1 ⅓ cup + 2 tablespoons bone broth sub veggie broth if desired
- ½ cup sundried tomatoes - finely chopped
- ⅓ cup + 1 tablespoon coconut milk or heavy cream*
- ½ cup dried orzo
- ⅓ cup grated parmesan
- ½ teaspoon dijon mustard
- 2 handfuls spinach
Instructions
- Heat butter in skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp, salt and pepper. Sear for 90 seconds each side and then remove from the pot.
- Add olive oil and garlic to the skillet. Cook for 3 minutes. Add sun dried tomatoes and cook for 3 more minutes. Add all remaining ingredients to the skillet except for the spinach and parmesan. Stir to combine.
- Bring to a simmer and cook for 8 more minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add shrimp and parmesan to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 more minutes, until orzo is cooked to your liking. Turn off heat and fold in spinach and then stir until the spinach is wilted.
- Divide out and serve.
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