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One Skillet Salmon with Lemon Orzo
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One Skillet Salmon Lemon Orzo

This One Skillet Salmon Lemon Orzo is the perfect balance of fresh ingredients and flavor. This recipe saves you from a pile of dishes to wash. Ready in just 30 minutes – ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or a cozy weekend meal with the family.
Course Main Course
Keyword Salmon Fillets, Chili Flakes, Lemon, Onion, Olive Oil, Salt, Paprika, Butter, Garlic Powder, Garlic Cloves, Parmesan, Orzo Pasta, Black Pepper, Baby Spinach
Cooking Method Stovetop, One Skillet
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 512kcal
Author Recipe Adapted From: ServingDumblings

Equipment

  • Stovetop
  • Large Skillet

Ingredients

  • 4 Salmon Fillets
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Divided
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Divided
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Sweet Paprika
  • 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Butter Unsalted
  • 1 Yellow Onion Chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 cup Orzo Pasta
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • 3 cups Chicken Broth Low-sodium
  • 5 ounces Baby Spinach
  • ½ Lemon Juiced
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese Grated
  • Chili Flakes For serving

Instructions

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Return salmon to the skillet and simmer for 2-3 minutes, or until the salmon is heated through.
  • Top with freshly ground black pepper and chili flakes. Enjoy!

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Nutrition

Calories: 512kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 46g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 108mg | Sodium: 1551mg | Potassium: 1255mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 3786IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 242mg | Iron: 4mg