Description
Greek Shrimp with Orzo and Feta is a delightful, quick meal that is perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. This one-pan dish combines succulent shrimp with flavorful orzo pasta, juicy tomatoes, and creamy feta cheese, creating a mouthwatering experience in just 30 minutes. The vibrant colors and bold flavors make it not only a feast for the taste buds but also visually appealing. Customize it to fit your dietary needs by adjusting the ingredients, making it a versatile addition to your recipe collection. Whether you’re preparing a family dinner or impressing friends, this easy Mediterranean-inspired dish delivers on taste and presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lb raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1.5 cups orzo
- 3 cups chicken stock
- 8 oz cherry tomatoes (halved)
- ⅓ cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
- 6 oz feta cheese (crumbled)
- Fresh basil (chopped)
- Olive oil, spices, and olives for flavor
Instructions
- Sauté shrimp in olive oil with smoked paprika, chili powder, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, and salt until pink—about 3–4 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, toast orzo for 1 minute, then add chicken stock, cherry tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, kalamata olives, and green olives; stir well.
- Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer covered for 10–12 minutes until liquid is absorbed and orzo is tender.
- Return shrimp to the skillet; mix in feta cheese, lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, chopped basil, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 200mg