# Easy 1-Pan Lemon Orzo Pasta with Shrimp

- Servings: 3 servings
- Cuisine: Italian
- Category: Dinner
- Language: en

## Ingredients

- 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- to taste salt (optional)
- to taste pepper (optional)
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 3-4 seconds avocado oil spray
- 1 whole shallot, finely minced
- 3-4 clove garlic, minced
- 1 cup dry orzo pasta
- 2.5-3 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup fat free half n half
- 1 whole lemon, zested and juiced
- 1 bunch asparagus, chopped
- 2-3 tbsp parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp butter
- optional parsley, chopped
- chili flakes (optional)

## Instructions

1. Season shrimp with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
2. In a pan, on medium high heat, spray avocado oil then sear the shrimp and cook until golden brown and cooked through.
3. Remove shrimp and set to the side.
4. In the same pan, turn heat to medium low, add shallots and minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
5. Stir in orzo pasta and let it toast for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Gradually add broth to the orzo, stirring often, until the orzo is cooked and creamy. Add more broth as needed to keep the orzo from sticking.
7. Add lemon juice, lemon zest, half n half, Parmesan cheese and the asparagus.
8. Garnish with parsley and chili flakes then enjoy.

## Source

- Original video: https://www.tiktok.com/@ice.karimcooks/video/7577894931390418231
- Creator: ice.karimcooks
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/9020da7c-0118-40d4-bed4-930cb3fb355c
- Extracted: 2026-09-08

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