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One Skillet Salmon with Lemon Orzo

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A delicious, quick dish featuring perfectly seasoned salmon over creamy lemon orzo with spinach and Parmesan.

Ingredients

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  • 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
  • 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. Season the salmon: Pat fillets dry, season with ½ tsp salt, ½ tsp pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
  2. Heat the skillet: In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat.
  3. Sear the salmon: Place the fillets skin-side down in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes without moving.
  4. Flip and cook through: Carefully flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes until opaque.
  5. Sauté the aromatics: Add onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until soft. Stir in garlic and thyme for another minute.
  6. Add the orzo: Toss dry orzo in the onion mixture and cook for about a minute.
  7. Combine with broth: Pour in chicken broth and simmer for about 10 minutes or until the orzo is tender.
  8. Incorporate spinach and lemon: Fold in spinach, lemon juice, and Parmesan; season to taste.
  9. Serve: Flake salmon over orzo and garnish with olive oil, pepper, and chili flakes.

Notes

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. This dish can be served with a variety of vegetables or pasta alternatives.

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Keywords: salmon, orzo, one skillet, easy dinner, Mediterranean recipe

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