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One Skillet Salmon with Lemon Orzo

One Skillet Salmon with Lemon Orzo
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A fuss-free meal with pan-seared salmon and lemony orzo cooked with spinach and Parmesan. Quick, flavorful, and perfect for busy nights!

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. Prepare ingredients: chop onion, mince garlic, grate Parmesan, and pat dry salmon. Season salmon with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

2. Heat olive oil and butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high. Sear salmon 3–4 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.

3. Lower heat to medium, add onion and garlic. Cook 2 minutes. Stir in thyme, remaining salt, and pepper. Add orzo and toast for 1 minute.

4. Pour in chicken broth and bring to boil. Reduce to medium-low and simmer uncovered for 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.

5. Add spinach and cook until wilted (2 minutes). Stir in lemon juice and Parmesan.

6. Return salmon to skillet and simmer 2–3 minutes until heated through.

7. Garnish with black pepper and chili flakes. Serve hot.

Notes

Use veggie broth instead of chicken broth for a vegetarian-style twist (if omitting salmon).

Add lemon zest for extra citrus brightness.

Adjust liquid as needed to prevent sticking or over-thickening.

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