Description
One Skillet Salmon with Lemon Orzo is a delightful and nutritious meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. This all-in-one dish features succulent pan-seared salmon paired with zesty lemon orzo, fresh spinach, and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. Ready in just 30 minutes, it brings together bright flavors of garlic and herbs that will impress your family or guests without the hassle of multiple pots and pans. Enjoy this quick, healthy, and versatile recipe that can easily be customized to suit your tastes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 skinless salmon fillets
- 1 cup dry orzo pasta
- 5 ounces baby spinach
- 1 yellow onion (finely chopped)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 3 cups low sodium chicken broth
- Juice from ½ lemon
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Grate Parmesan, chop onion, mince garlic, pat salmon dry, and season with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- In a nonstick skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat. Sear the salmon for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown; set aside.
- Lower heat to medium; sauté onion and garlic until soft (about 2 minutes). Add thyme, remaining salt and pepper, then toast orzo for 1 minute.
- Pour in chicken broth; bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer. Cook uncovered for about 8 minutes until orzo is nearly al dente.
- Stir in spinach until wilted (about 2 minutes), add lemon juice and Parmesan cheese. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Return salmon to skillet; cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Serve topped with freshly ground black pepper and chili flakes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 75mg