Description
This One Skillet Salmon with Lemon Orzo recipe is a flavorful and satisfying dish that comes together in just one pan, making cleanup a breeze. Tender salmon fillets are paired with lemony orzo, baby spinach, and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for a delicious meal that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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For the Salmon:
- 4 skinless salmon fillets
- 1 tsp salt, divided
- 1 tsp 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 oz baby spinach
- juice from 1/2 lemon
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
- freshly ground black pepper for serving
- chili flakes for serving
Instructions
- Prep the Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry and season with garlic powder, sweet paprika, ½ teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon pepper.
- Sear the Salmon: In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat. Sear the salmon fillets for 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- Cook the Orzo: Reduce heat to medium, add garlic and onion. Cook until soft, then add thyme, salt, pepper, and orzo. Toast for 1 minute. Pour in broth, bring to a boil, then simmer until orzo is almost al dente, about 8 minutes.
- Finish the Dish: Add spinach, lemon juice, and Parmesan. Adjust seasoning if needed. Return salmon to the skillet and simmer for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Serve: Top with black pepper and chili flakes. Enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with orzo
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
