Mediterranean Shrimp and Orzo Bake

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the orzo for 6 minutes, until just short of al dente, then drain.

Step 2

In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and cook the garlic for 30 seconds, until fragrant.

Step 3

Add the cherry tomatoes and cook for 4 minutes, until they begin to soften and release their juices.

Step 4

Stir in the cooked orzo, salt, and pepper, spreading everything evenly across the skillet.

Step 5

Nestle the shrimp into the orzo mixture and sprinkle the crumbled feta on top.

Step 6

Bake for 12 minutes, until the shrimp turns pink and opaque and the feta is softened.

Step 7

Squeeze the lemon juice over the top before serving warm.