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One Skillet Salmon with Lemon Orzo Recipe

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This One Skillet Salmon with Lemon Orzo is a quick and flavorful dish combining tender seared salmon with creamy orzo pasta, brightened by fresh lemon and Parmesan, all cooked effortlessly in a single pan.

Ingredients

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Salmon

  • 4 skinless salmon fillets
  • 1 tsp salt (divided)
  • 1 tsp coarsely ground black pepper (divided)
  • 1 tsp sweet paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp unsalted butter

Orzo and Vegetables

  • 1 yellow onion (finely chopped)
  • 3 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1 cup dry orzo pasta
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 3 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 5 ounces baby spinach
  • juice from 1/2 lemon
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan

For Serving

  • freshly ground black pepper (for serving)
  • chili flakes (for serving)

Instructions

  1. prepping Get your prep done before you start cooking: Grate the Parmesan cheese, finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves. Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel. Season both sides with garlic powder, sweet paprika and ½ teaspoon salt and pepper.
  2. searing Heat oil and butter over medium high in a large nonstick pan or skillet. Add salmon fillets and sear, 3-4 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  3. sautéing Reduce heat to medium, add garlic and onion. Cook until soft and fragrant for about 2 minutes. Stir in thyme and the remaining salt and pepper. Add orzo and toast for 1 minute.
  4. cooking Pour in broth and bring to a boil. To maintain a simmer, reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook uncovered while stirring occasionally to prevent the orzo from sticking, until almost al dente and most of the liquid is absorbed, about 8 minutes.
  5. simmering Add spinach, stir and simmer until wilted for about 2 minutes. Stir in lemon juice and Parmesan. Add more broth, if needed. Taste and adjust salt.
  6. finishing Return salmon to the skillet and simmer for 2-3 minutes, or until the salmon is heated through.
  7. serving Top with freshly ground black pepper and chili flakes. Enjoy!

Notes

    Find it online: https://yumfoodusa.com/one-skillet-salmon-with-lemon-orzo-recipe/