Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add broccoli and boil for approximately 3 minutes, just until tender. With a slotted spoon transfer broccoli to a cutting board. Wait a minute or two and then coarsely chop. Sprinkle ½ - 1 teaspoon creole seasoning over broccoli. Set aside

Using the same pot of water, bring to a boil again. Add orzo and cook according to package directions minus 2 minutes. Drain and set aside.

In a large fry pan, heat butter and olive oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic and sauté for a minute. Add the shrimp to the pan and sprinkle creole seasoning over shrimp along with salt & pepper if desired. Cook for about 2 ½ minutes per side flipping 1 or 2 times. They should be done after about 5 minutes. Transfer shrimp to a clean plate and set aside.

Reduce heat to medium low and add the orzo plus ½ cup of chicken broth. Stir frequently until liquid is absorbed and scraping any browned bits off bottom of pan. Once liquid has been absorbed which takes 1-2 minutes, repeat with remaining chicken broth, adding ½ cup at a time. Stir in cheese and tomatoes and cook for another 5 minutes to allow tomatoes to soften. Add shrimp, parsley, and broccoli and combine.

Top with parmesan cheese (optional)