Description
One Skillet Salmon with Lemon Orzo is a quick, one-pan recipe perfect for busy weeknights. Featuring pan-seared salmon, creamy lemon-infused orzo, and fresh spinach, this 30-minute dish delivers bold flavors with minimal effort.
Ingredients
- Salmon fillets
- Olive oil
- Unsalted butter
- Garlic cloves, minced
- Onion, diced
- Orzo pasta
- Chicken broth
- Fresh spinach
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh lemon juice
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Sweet paprika
- Garlic powder
- Dried thyme
Instructions
- Prepare the Salmon: Pat salmon fillets dry. Season with salt, black pepper, sweet paprika, and garlic powder.
- Sear the Salmon: Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear salmon for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add garlic and onion to the same skillet. Sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Toast the Orzo: Stir in orzo, salt, black pepper, and thyme. Toast for 1 minute.
- Simmer: Add chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Incorporate Spinach and Cheese: Stir in spinach until wilted. Add Parmesan and lemon juice, mixing until creamy.
- Combine: Return salmon to the skillet, nestling it into the orzo. Warm through for 2 minutes. Serve hot.
Notes
- Substitute the salmon with shrimp or chicken for variation.
- Use gluten-free orzo or rice for a gluten-free option.
- Add more lemon juice or zest for enhanced citrus flavor.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 1 day and reheated with a splash of broth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-Pan / Skillet
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
