Shrimp Scampi with Broccoli Orzo Recipe

Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil, add the pasta and broccoli and cook according to package directions for al dente. Reserve about ½ cup of pasta water before draining.

Drain orzo and broccoli and add the oil to the pot over medium heat.

Add the garlic and cook until golden for about 30 seconds. Return the drained orzo and stir to combine all.

Add the reserved liquid and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.

Meanwhile, in a large skillet melt butter and oil over medium heat.  When the butter is melted, add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.

Add shrimp and season with ⅛ teaspoon salt and pepper. Cook for 2 minutes, flip, then add another ⅛ teaspoon salt and pepper. Cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes until shrimp are opaque and cooked through.

Remove from heat and add red pepper, lemon juice, and parsley.  Toss to evenly coat.

To serve, divide the shrimp and sauce over orzo.