Shrimp and Orzo Italiano

By Tonya_Speed

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup chopped green onions, including tops, DIVIDED
• 2 cups reduced-sodium chicken stock or broth
• 1 cup multi-colored orzo pasta, dry (plain can be substituted)
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 1/2 lb raw shrimp, peeled

Preparation

Step 1

Over medium-high heat, in a large nonstick skillet, heat 2 tsp oil*. Add 2/3 cup onions and sauté until tender, about 1 minute. Add stock and heat to boiling. Add orzo, Italian seasoning and 1/4 tsp each salt and black pepper*. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and cook, uncovered, for 9-11 minutes, stirring occasionally. Cook until orzo is tender and liquid is absorbed. Add shrimp and cook 2-3 minutes or until shrimp is pink and cooked through. Garnish with remaining onions.