One-Pot Pesto Orzo with Shrimp and Beans
This One-Pot Pesto Orzo with Shrimp and Beans is a protein and fiber packed healthy dinner recipe that is ready in less than 30 minutes.
Equipment
- 1 food processor only needed if you are making homemade pesto
- 1 skillet
Ingredients
pesto*
orzo
- ~20 medium shrimp I used wild caught gulf shrimp
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika regular paprika is fine but smoked adds good flavor
- ¼-1/2 teaspoon salt
- pinch black pepper
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon italian seasoning
- 1 shallot - finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic - minced
- 1 cup orzo uncooked + dry
- 3** cups broth of choice I used bone broth
- 15 oz can great northern beans - drained
- 1 bunch broccolini
- salt/pepper to taste
optional toppings
- red pepper flakes
- additional shredded parm
- drizzle olive oil
Instructions
- If you are making your own pesto add all pesto ingredients to a food processor and blend until smooth.
- Pat shrimp dry and toss them with salt, pepper and paprika.
- Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat. Sear shrimp for 90 seconds each side and remove from the pan.
- If the pan is dry add a splash of oil or butter. Add in shallot and garlic and cook for 5 minutes. Add in italian seasoning and a tiny pinch of salt and pepper. Cook for 1 minute and then add all ingredients to the pot except for the cooked shrimp and the broccolini. Stir until everything is combined.
- Bring to a gentle simmer and cover. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring halfway through. Uncover and add in broccolini. Stir and then cover and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Turn heat to low and fold in the shrimp. Cook for 1 minute to meld all the flavors. Turn off the heat and taste and add in additional salt and pepper if desired. Add in your favorite toppings and dig in.
Notes
*You can sub the homemade pesto with ½ cup premade pesto.
**You can use a combo of broth and water to cut down on cost if you are using bone broth.
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