15-Min Italian Shrimp & Pasta with Zucchini, Garlic Pesto & Pre-Cooked Orzo

15-Min Italian Shrimp & Pasta

with Zucchini, Garlic Pesto & Pre-Cooked Orzo

15 MIN
+$0.99/serving 2 Servings
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  • with Shrimp
    includes 10 oz Sustainably Sourced, Uncooked Shrimp (Peeled & Deveined) View recipe
  • with Boneless Chicken Breast Pieces
    includes 10 oz No Added Hormones, Antibiotic-Free Boneless Chicken Breast Pieces
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    • with Boneless Chicken Breast Pieces

    From the Test Kitchen

    For this satisfying meal, a medley of Calabrian chile, crème fraîche, and garlic pesto come together to coat fresh zucchini and our pre-cooked orzo. Perfectly seared shrimp, first seasoned with the classic herbs of Italy, top this vibrant pasta dish along with a sprinkle of parmesan cheese.

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    45g Of Protein
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      640 Cals (est.)
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    15-Min Italian Shrimp & Pasta with Zucchini, Garlic Pesto & Pre-Cooked Orzo
    Title
    • 10 oz Boneless Chicken Breast Pieces
    • 10 oz Cooked Orzo Pasta
    • 1 Zucchini
    • 3 Tbsps Roasted Garlic Pesto
    • 1½ tsps Calabrian Chile Paste
    • ¼ cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
    • 2 Tbsps Crème Fraîche
    • 1 Tbsp Italian Seasoning (Whole Dried Basil, Sage, Oregano, Savory, Rosemary, Thyme & Marjoram)

    15-Min Italian Shrimp & Pasta

    Prepare the zucchini
    1 Prepare the zucchini

    Wash and dry the fresh produce. Quarter the zucchini lengthwise, then thinly slice crosswise.

    2 Cook the chicken

    Pat the chicken dry with paper towels; place in a bowl. Season with salt, pepper, and the Italian seasoning. Toss to coat. In a large nonstick pan, heat a drizzle of olive oil on medium-high until hot. Add the seasoned chicken in an even layer. Cook, without stirring, 3 to 4 minutes, or until lightly browned. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, 3 to 4 minutes, or until browned and cooked through. Leaving any browned bits (or fond) in the pan, transfer to a plate. Cover with foil to keep warm.

    Cook the chicken
    Finish the pasta & serve your dish
    3 Finish the pasta & serve your dish

    In the same pan, heat a drizzle of olive oil on medium-high until hot. Add the sliced zucchini; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, 2 to 3 minutes, or until slightly softened. Carefully add the garlic pesto and as much of the chile paste as you'd like, depending on how spicy you'd like the dish to be. Cook, stirring frequently, 30 seconds to 1 minute, or until combined. Carefully add the pasta, crème fraîche, and 1/4 cup of water (or 1/2 cup for 4 servings). Cook, stirring constantly, 1 to 2 minutes, or until combined and the pasta is coated and heated through. Turn off the heat. Serve the finished pasta topped with the cooked shrimp. Garnish with the parmesan. Enjoy!

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