Baked Shrimp and Orzo
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Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs. raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 1 tsp. extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp. dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lb. orzo pasta
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup water
- 1 (28 oz.) can diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 1/2 cups sugar snap peas
- 1 cup feta cheese
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 400º.
- In a large pot, combine onion, oil, oregano and salt. Cover the pot and cook over medium-low heat for 7 to 8 minutes or until onions start to turn translucent. Stir in the garlic and cook for about 30 seconds.
- Increase the heat to medium and add in orzo, stirring often. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes or until the orzo is lightly browned. Stir in the broth and water and cook for about 10 to 12 minutes. Stir in the tomatoes, peas and shrimp.
- Pour the mixture into a 9 x 13-inch baking dish coated with nonstick cooking spray. Sprinkle the feta cheese evenly over the top. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes.