Oven-Ready
Cajun-Style Shrimp
with peppers and orzo
Prep & Cook Time: 30-40 min.
Spice Level: Spicy
Cook Within: 3 days
Contains: Shellfish (Shrimp), Milk, Wheat
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Under %{max_calories} calories
Chef
Laura Alpern
Still want the great flavors and delicious dinners you've come to expect from Home Chef, but a fraction of the time and barely any work? These oven-ready offerings were made with you in mind. Just follow the assembly instructions, pop it in the oven, and voila! It's like you worked over a hot stove for hours (we'll keep your secret.)
In Your Box (serves 2)
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8 oz. Shrimp
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8 oz. Fully Cooked Orzo
- 4 oz. Mixed Diced Peppers
- 4 oz. Crushed Tomatoes
- 3 oz. Diced Red Onion
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1 oz. Creme Fraiche
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½ oz. Crispy Jalapenos
- 2 tsp. Chicken Broth Concentrate
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2 tsp. Arrabbiata Pesto
- 1 tsp. Cajun Seasoning
Due to our just-in-time sourcing model, we may have to send you a substitute ingredient. Not to worry! We make sure every ingredient sent to you meets our high quality standards. We’ll keep you informed should a switch occur, so please check the ingredient labels in your meal bag.
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Nutrition (per serving) n3v4rGqe
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Calories550
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Carbohydrates41g
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Net Carbs36g
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Fat27g
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Protein25g
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Sodium1660mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- 1 Mixing Bowl
Before You Cook
Cooking Guidelines
To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:
- Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
- Seafood 145° F |
- Chicken 165° F |
- Ground Beef 160° F |
- Ground Turkey 165° F |
- Ground Pork 160° F
Customize It Instructions
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If using whole chicken breasts, pat dry and, on a clean cutting board, cut into 1” dice. Follow same instructions as shrimp in Steps 2 and 3, baking uncovered in hot oven until chicken reaches minimum internal temperature, 20-25 minutes.
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If using steak strips, spread into a single layer, pat dry, and coarsely chop. Follow same instructions as shrimp in Steps 2 and 3, baking uncovered in hot oven until steak reaches minimum internal temperature, 15-20 minutes.
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1 Cook the Peppers
Turn oven on to 425 degrees. Let preheat, at least 10 minutes. Thoroughly rinse any fresh produce and pat dry.
Combine diced peppers, onion, 1 tsp. olive oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper in provided tray. Spread into a single layer.Bake uncovered in hot oven until mostly tender, 10-12 minutes. -
2 Add the Orzo and Shrimp
Combine chicken base and 1 tsp. water in a mixing bowl.
Carefully remove tray from oven. Stir in orzo, pesto, and chicken base-water mixture, then push to one side of tray. Tray will be hot! Use a utensil.Drain shrimp thoroughly. Pat dry.Combine shrimp, seasoning blend, and 1 tsp. olive oil in empty side of tray. Top with tomatoes and stir to combine. -
3 Bake the Meal
Bake uncovered in hot oven until shrimp reach a minimum internal temperature of 145 degrees, 15-20 minutes.
Carefully remove tray from oven. Garnish with crème fraîche and crispy jalapeños (to taste). Bon appétit!
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