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One Skillet Salmon with Lemon Orzo Recipe

One Skillet Salmon with Lemon Orzo Recipe
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This One Skillet Salmon with Lemon Orzo recipe is a delightful and satisfying dish that brings together seared salmon fillets with flavorful orzo pasta cooked in a zesty lemon and Parmesan broth. A perfect balance of protein, carbs, and greens all in one skillet!

Ingredients

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For the 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

For the Orzo:

  • 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 ½ lemon
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan
  • 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

  • You can customize this dish by adding in other vegetables like cherry tomatoes or bell peppers.
  • Make sure not to overcook the salmon to keep it tender and moist.

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Keywords: One Skillet, Salmon, Lemon Orzo, Easy, Quick, Healthy

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