{"id":"9afa60ae-6c4d-455a-bb4a-850e63087162","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/9afa60ae-6c4d-455a-bb4a-850e63087162","source_url":"https://www.servingdumplings.com/recipe/one-skillet-salmon-with-lemon-orzo/","title":"One Skillet Salmon with Lemon Orzo","description":"A fuss-free meal with pan-seared salmon and lemony orzo cooked together with spinach and Parmesan for a quick and easy dinner. A winner for busy nights— this all-in-one dish is sure to be loved by everyone at your table!","servings":4,"servings_text":"4","prep_time":"PT10M","cook_time":"PT20M","total_time":"PT30M","image_url":"https://www.servingdumplings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/one-skillet-salmon-with-lemon-orzo-4-tn-215796df.jpg","ingredients":[{"text":"4  skinless salmon fillets","item":"skinless salmon fillets","quantity":4},{"text":"1 tsp salt (divided)","item":"salt","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp","preparation":"divided"},{"text":"1 tsp coarsely ground black pepper (divided)","item":"coarsely ground black pepper","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp","preparation":"divided"},{"text":"1 tsp sweet paprika","item":"sweet paprika","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1 tsp garlic powder","item":"garlic powder","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1 tbsp olive oil","item":"olive oil","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 tsp unsalted butter","item":"unsalted butter","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1  yellow onion (finely chopped)","item":"yellow onion","quantity":1,"preparation":"finely chopped"},{"text":"3  garlic cloves (minced)","item":"garlic cloves","quantity":3,"preparation":"minced"},{"text":"1 cup dry orzo pasta","item":"dry orzo pasta","quantity":1,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1 tsp dried thyme","item":"dried thyme","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"3 cups low sodium chicken broth","item":"low sodium chicken broth","quantity":3,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"5 ounces baby spinach","item":"baby spinach","quantity":5,"unit":"oz"},{"text":"juice from ½ lemon","item":"juice from 1/2 lemon"},{"text":"½ cup grated Parmesan","item":"grated Parmesan","quantity":0.5,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"freshly ground black pepper (for serving)","item":"freshly ground black pepper","preparation":"for serving"},{"text":"chili flakes (for serving)","item":"chili flakes","preparation":"for serving"}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"Get your prep done before you start cooking: Grate the Parmesan cheese, finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves. Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel. Season both sides with garlic powder, sweet paprika and ½ teaspoon salt and pepper."},{"number":2,"text":"Heat oil and butter over medium high in a large nonstick pan or skillet. Add salmon fillets and sear, 3-4 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and set aside."},{"number":3,"text":"Reduce heat to medium, add garlic and onion. Cook until soft and fragrant for about 2 minutes. Stir in thyme and the remaining salt and pepper. Add orzo and toast for 1 minute."},{"number":4,"text":"Pour in broth and bring to a boil. To maintain a simmer, reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook uncovered while stirring occasionally to prevent the orzo from sticking, until almost al dente and most of the liquid is absorbed, about 8 minutes."},{"number":5,"text":"Add spinach, stir and simmer until wilted for about 2 minutes. Stir in lemon juice and Parmesan. Add more broth, if needed. Taste and adjust salt."},{"number":6,"text":"Return salmon to the skillet and simmer for 2-3 minutes, or until the salmon is heated through."},{"number":7,"text":"Top with freshly ground black pepper and chili flakes. Enjoy!"}],"date_published":"2026-10-31T00:30:30.485946+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-31T00:30:30.485946+00:00"}