Delicious Instant Pot Shrimp Scampi Orzo Recipe

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Delicious Instant Pot Shrimp Scampi Orzo Recipe
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
35mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on April 15, 2024

This Instant Pot Shrimp Scampi Orzo recipe is a flavorful and quick dish that combines succulent shrimp, garlic, butter, and orzo pasta in a creamy sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup white wine
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Directions

  1. Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode and melt the butter.
  2. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Add the shrimp and cook until pink, about 2 minutes per side.
  4. Stir in the orzo, chicken broth, and white wine.
  5. Close the Instant Pot lid and set to high pressure for 4 minutes.
  6. Once done, do a quick release and stir in the Parmesan cheese and parsley.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve with lemon wedges.

Interesting Facts

  • Orzo is a type of pasta that is shaped like grains of rice.
  • Shrimp scampi is a popular Italian-American dish that features shrimp cooked with garlic, butter, and white wine.
  • Using an Instant Pot makes this dish come together quickly and easily for a convenient meal.