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Butter-Baked Shrimp with Creamy Orzo

Butter-Baked Shrimp with Creamy Orzo layers tender pasta in a rich, tomato-mushroom cream sauce with juicy shrimp and a generous drizzle of melted butter. The Parmesan adds nutty depth while lemon brightens each bite, making it both comforting and lively. Serve this cozy, oven-finished skillet for a relaxed weeknight dinner or an easy gathering with friends.

  • Prep10 mins
  • Cook40 mins
  • Serves6
  • DifficultyMedium
Butter-Baked Shrimp with Creamy Orzo

easyChef Pro health score

Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Butter-Baked Shrimp with Creamy Orzo, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.

38 Health Score
Glycemic ImpactFair
52 / 100
Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
Nutritional DensityPoor
0 / 100
Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
Energy DensityFair
58 / 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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13
Heart Health
65
Metabolic
25
Digestive
24
Inflammatory
36
Performance
33
General Wellness
  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).

  2. 2

    Heat oil in a large, deep ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook until it starts to soften, about 3 minutes. Add garlic, sprinkle with 3/4 teaspoon salt, and cook for 2 minutes.

  3. 3

    Stir in orzo until it is coated and lightly toasted, about 1 minute. Add wine and cook for 1 minute, then stir in tomatoes and mushroom soup. Fill the tomato can with water and add it to the orzo mixture. Stir in 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring often to prevent sticking, until the pasta starts to soften, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in the remaining 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; remove from the heat.

  4. 4

    Top with 2/3 cup Parmesan cheese and arrange the shrimp in a single layer on top. Sprinkle with the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, pepper to taste, and crushed red pepper, and top with butter. Sprinkle with lemon juice; cover with foil.

  5. 5

    Bake in the preheated oven until the orzo is tender and the shrimp is pink and opaque, 25 to 30 minutes.

  6. 6

    Remove from the oven and stir until creamy. Stir in the remaining Parmesan, sprinkle with parsley, and serve.

About This Recipe

Butter Baked Shrimp with Creamy Orzo is made with 15 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 50 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Butter, Cream of Mushroom Soup, and Diced Tomatoes. Each serving provides about 525.49 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Butter-Baked Shrimp with Creamy Orzo made of?
The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Butter, Cream of Mushroom Soup, Diced Tomatoes, Diced Yellow Onion. The full list of 15 is above.
How long does it take to make Butter-Baked Shrimp with Creamy Orzo?
About 50 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 40 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 525.49 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Butter-Baked Shrimp with Creamy Orzo easy to make?
This recipe is rated medium, with 15 ingredients and 6 steps.
Is Butter-Baked Shrimp with Creamy Orzo healthy?
Butter-Baked Shrimp with Creamy Orzo has an easyChef Pro health score of 38/100. Per serving, it provides 525.49 calories and 24.99 g of protein, or 50% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of calcium and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 982.62 mg (43% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 14.44 g (72% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Shellfish, Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Tomatoes, 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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