Instant Pot Shrimp Scampi with Orzo
Instant Pot Shrimp Scampi with Orzo brings together briny shrimp, silky butter, and fragrant garlic with a pop of lemon for a balanced, bright bite. Tender orzo soaks up the shrimp stock and white wine, creating a glossy, luxurious texture with a hint of heat from red pepper flakes. Serve it for a quick weeknight dinner or an elegant yet relaxed weekend meal.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Instant Pot Shrimp Scampi with Orzo, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 53 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 3 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy Density
- 70 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 24
- Heart Health
- 63
- Metabolic
- 25
- Digestive
- 23
- Inflammatory
- 44
- Performance
- 38
- General Wellness
- 1
Put the shrimp in a large bowl and set aside.
- 2
Heat olive oil in a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as an Instant Pot) on Saute. Add the shallot and cook, stirring, for 1 1/2 minutes. Stir in the garlic, lemon zest, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring, until the garlic is fragrant, about 1 1/2 minutes. Transfer the shallot mixture to the shrimp, stir in the lemon juice, and refrigerate.
- 3
Clean the inner pot, return it to the Instant Pot, and select Saute. Melt the butter and stir in the orzo. Continue stirring until all the orzo is coated with butter, about 1 1/2 minutes. Add the shrimp stock and white wine, stirring to combine. Bring to a boil, then close and lock the lid.
- 4
Select high pressure according to the manufacturer's instructions and set the timer for 4 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for the pressure to build.
- 5
Carefully release the pressure using the quick-release method per the manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Arrange the prepared shrimp in a single layer on top of the orzo.
- 6
Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure and set the timer for 1 minute. Allow 5 to 10 minutes for the pressure to build.
- 7
Carefully release the pressure using the quick-release method per the manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Serve warm with fresh parsley and lemon slices as garnish.
- Calories 592.84 kcal High 30%
- Protein 36.75 g Good Source 74%
- Carbohydrate 56.64 g 21%
- Total Fat 24.7 g High 32%
- Saturated Fat 5.8 g High 29%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 290.17 mg High 97%
- Sodium 446.6 mg Moderate 19%
- Dietary Fiber 2.8 g Moderate 10%
- Total Sugars 1.86 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 90.62 mg Low Source 7%
- Iron 2.88 mg Moderate 16%
- Potassium 198.48 mg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin A 53.34 mcg Low Source 6%
- Vitamin C 6.52 mg Low Source 7%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Shellfish 🦐
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Sulfites
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Instant Pot Shrimp Scampi with Orzo is made with 13 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 45 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Fresh Parsley, Lemon, and Lemon Juice. Each serving provides about 592.84 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Instant Pot Shrimp Scampi with Orzo made of?
- The main ingredients are Extra-Virgin Olive Oil, Fresh Parsley, Lemon, Lemon Juice, Medium Shrimp. The full list of 13 is above.
- How long does it take to make Instant Pot Shrimp Scampi with Orzo?
- About 45 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 592.84 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Instant Pot Shrimp Scampi with Orzo easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 13 ingredients and 7 steps.
- Is Instant Pot Shrimp Scampi with Orzo healthy?
- Instant Pot Shrimp Scampi with Orzo has an easyChef Pro health score of 44/100. Per serving, it provides 592.84 calories and 36.75 g of protein, or 74% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 446.6 mg (19% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 5.8 g (29% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Shellfish, Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Sulfites, Garlic, Onions and Alcohol, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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