Ingredients
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 5 slices bacon
- 1 yellow onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 1/2 cups orzo
- 4 cups chicken broth
- heaping 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 1/4 tsp cajun or creole seasoning
- 2 lb extra-large shrimp
- 1 cup frozen green peas
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 3 tbsp chopped fresh chives
Steps
- Cook the bacon in a large deep skillet over medium heat for 6 to 8 minutes, until crisp, then transfer it to a plate and crumble it.
- Melt the butter in the skillet, cook the onion and garlic for 3 minutes, then stir in the orzo for 1 minute.
- Add the broth, salt, pepper, and Cajun seasoning, bring to a simmer, and cook uncovered for 12 to 15 minutes, stirring often.
- Stir in the shrimp and peas, then cook for 4 to 5 minutes, until the shrimp are opaque and 145 F.
- Fold in the bacon, lemon juice, and chives, then cook for 1 minute.
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