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One Skillet Salmon with Lemon Orzo

One Skillet Salmon with Lemon Orzo

One Skillet Salmon with Lemon Orzo is a quick and delicious dish that combines tender salmon and fluffy orzo in just one pan.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 fillets salmon skinless
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 cups chicken broth low sodium
  • 1 medium lemon juiced and zested
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup spinach fresh

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  2. Add the orzo pasta to the skillet and stir for 1-2 minutes.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until orzo is tender.
  4. While the orzo cooks, season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper. Add to the skillet on top of the orzo.
  5. Cover the skillet and cook for about 6-8 minutes, or until salmon is cooked through.
  6. Add lemon juice, lemon zest, and spinach to the skillet. Stir gently until spinach wilts.
  7. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20g

Notes

This dish is versatile; you can substitute salmon with trout or chicken. Feel free to experiment with herbs or add cherry tomatoes for added flavor and color.

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