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Sizzling Lemon Garlic Shrimp Scampi

Prep 20 min · Cook 20 min · Serves 4 · medium

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Sizzling Lemon Garlic Shrimp Scampi

Juicy shrimp in a bright lemon-garlic butter sauce, served over fluffy garlic parmesan orzo for a quick and flavorful Italian-inspired family dinner.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
  • salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. 1

    Bring the chicken broth to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add the orzo, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 10-12 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

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