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One Skillet Salmon with Lemon Orzo

A rich and flavorful dish featuring crispy salmon served with zesty, creamy lemon-infused orzo, all cooked in one skillet for effortless cleanup.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces salmon fillets Fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 cups chicken broth Low sodium preferred
  • 1 whole lemon Zested and juiced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Extra virgin recommended
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • for garnish Fresh parsley

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet. Once hot, season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper on both sides.
  2. Add the salmon fillets to the skillet, skin-side down, and cook for about 4-5 minutes until the skin is crispy. Flip gently and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes until cooked through. Remove and set aside.
Cooking Orzo
  1. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth, orzo pasta, and lemon juice; stir well and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat to a simmer and cover. Cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until orzo is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
Combining & Serving
  1. Once orzo is cooked, stir in lemon zest and gently place salmon fillets on top to warm through. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving warm.

Notes

Substitutions include using halibut or chicken breast instead of salmon. Be careful not to overcook the salmon to maintain flakiness. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days or freeze for up to 3 months.