Skillet Lemon-Garlic Shrimp Orzo
Skillet Lemon-Garlic Shrimp Orzo balances briny, tender shrimp with a bright pop of lemon and fragrant garlic, all wrapped in silky, brothy orzo. Fresh spinach wilts in for a delicate green note, while Parmesan adds a gentle savoriness. It’s a cozy weeknight dinner that feels light yet satisfying and comes together in one pan.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Skillet Lemon-Garlic Shrimp 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
- 22 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 91 / 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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- 50
- Heart Health
- 65
- Metabolic
- 32
- Digestive
- 39
- Inflammatory
- 49
- Performance
- 52
- General Wellness
- 1
Warm olive oil in a deep skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and Italian seasoning; sauté until just fragrant, 30 to 60 seconds.
- 2
Add the orzo and stir to lightly toast it, about 30 seconds. Pour in the broth, add salt and pepper, and bring to a gentle boil.
- 3
Lower the heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring now and then, until the orzo is almost tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed, 7 to 9 minutes.
- 4
Tuck the shrimp into the orzo. Sprinkle the spinach over the top. Add the lemon zest and lemon juice. Cover and cook the shrimp just until pink and opaque, turning once, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
- 5
Turn off the heat. Stir in the Parmesan cheese. Adjust the seasoning to taste.
- Calories 472.15 kcal High 24%
- Protein 26.25 g Good Source 53%
- Carbohydrate 77.97 g 28%
- Total Fat 4.18 g Moderate 5%
- Saturated Fat 0.6 g Low Source 3%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 74.52 mg High 25%
- Sodium 484.89 mg High 21%
- Dietary Fiber 3.49 g Moderate 12%
- Total Sugars 2.47 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 233.8 mg Moderate 18%
- Iron 2.22 mg Moderate 12%
- Potassium 477.99 mg Moderate 10%
- Vitamin A 39.67 mcg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin C 40.44 mg Good Source 45%
- Vitamin D 0.04 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Shellfish 🦐
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Skillet Lemon Garlic Shrimp Orzo is made with 12 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 30 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Chicken Bone Broth, Garlic, and Grated Parmesan Cheese. Each serving provides about 472.15 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Skillet Lemon-Garlic Shrimp Orzo made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Chicken Bone Broth, Garlic, Grated Parmesan Cheese, Italian Seasoning. The full list of 12 is above.
- How long does it take to make Skillet Lemon-Garlic Shrimp Orzo?
- About 30 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 472.15 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Skillet Lemon-Garlic Shrimp Orzo easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 12 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Skillet Lemon-Garlic Shrimp Orzo healthy?
- Skillet Lemon-Garlic Shrimp Orzo has an easyChef Pro health score of 54/100. Per serving, it provides 472.15 calories and 26.25 g of protein, or 53% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 484.89 mg (21% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Shellfish, Milk, Wheat, Gluten and Garlic, 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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