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One Skillet Salmon with Lemon Orzo

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A delicious one-skillet meal that combines salmon with lemon-infused orzo and fresh spinach, perfect for a comforting dinner.

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. Prep Your Ingredients: Gather all your ingredients, chop the onion, mince the garlic, and squeeze the lemon juice.
  2. Season the Salmon: In a bowl, season the salmon fillets with ½ tsp of salt, ½ tsp of black pepper, sweet paprika, and garlic powder.
  3. Heat the Skillet: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add 1 tbsp of olive oil and 1 tsp of butter. Once hot, add the seasoned salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes.
  4. Flip and cook for another 4 minutes until cooked through. Remove the salmon and set aside.
  5. Sauté the Aromatics: In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium, add the chopped onion, and sauté until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  6. Add the Orzo: Sprinkle 1 cup of dry orzo into the skillet, stirring to coat in the onion and garlic mixture for 1 minute.
  7. Mix in Liquid and Seasonings: Pour in 3 cups of low sodium chicken broth and stir in 1 tsp of dried thyme, bringing it to a gentle simmer.
  8. Cook for about 9-10 minutes until the orzo absorbs most of the liquid and is tender.
  9. Add the Greens: Fold in 5 ounces of baby spinach until it wilts, and squeeze in the juice of ½ lemon.
  10. Return the Salmon: Place the cooked salmon fillets on top of the orzo, sprinkle with ½ cup of grated Parmesan, and cover for about 2 minutes.
  11. Finishing Touches: Before serving, sprinkle with freshly ground black pepper and chili flakes.

Notes

Pair with a simple arugula salad or crusty bread for a complete meal.

Nutrition

Keywords: salmon, orzo, one-skillet meals, easy dinner, comfort food

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