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One Skillet Lemon Herb Salmon with Creamy Orzo Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 0h 10m
  • Cook Time: 0h 25m
  • Total Time: 0h 35m
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This One Skillet Salmon with Lemon Orzo recipe offers a delicious and easy-to-make meal that combines perfectly seared salmon with creamy, zesty lemon orzo pasta. The salmon is seasoned and seared to lock in flavor before finishing in the oven, while the orzo is cooked separately and combined with butter, chicken broth, heavy cream, lemon juice, and fresh herbs for a bright and comforting side dish.

Ingredients

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Salmon

  • 4 salmon fillets
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Orzo Pasta

  • 2 cups orzo pasta
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the salmon fillets.
  2. Heat Skillet: Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat to get ready for searing the salmon.
  3. Heat Olive Oil: Add the olive oil to the skillet and allow it to heat up for about 1 minute to ensure the salmon won’t stick.
  4. Season Salmon: Season both sides of the salmon fillets evenly with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and dried oregano for full flavor.
  5. Sear Salmon Skin Side Down: Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the hot skillet and sear without moving for about 3-4 minutes to develop a crispy crust.
  6. Flip and Sear Other Side: Flip the salmon fillets carefully and sear the other side for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  7. Bake Salmon: Transfer the skillet with the salmon to the preheated oven and bake for 7-10 minutes until the salmon is cooked through to your liking.
  8. Boil Water: While the salmon bakes, bring a large pot of water to a boil in preparation for cooking the orzo pasta.
  9. Cook Orzo: Add the orzo pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions, approximately 8-10 minutes, until tender.
  10. Drain Orzo: Once cooked, drain the orzo pasta thoroughly and set aside.
  11. Melt Butter: In a separate large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat to create the base for the creamy orzo sauce.
  12. Add Chicken Broth and Simmer: Add the chicken broth to the melted butter and bring it to a gentle simmer, infusing flavor into the orzo.
  13. Combine Orzo and Broth: Add the cooked orzo pasta to the skillet and gently stir to combine with the broth.
  14. Mix in Cream and Lemon: Stir in the heavy cream, fresh lemon juice, and lemon zest until the sauce is creamy and the flavors meld together.
  15. Simmer and Heat Through: Lower the heat to low and stir continuously for 2-3 minutes until the orzo mixture is heated through and perfectly creamy.
  16. Add Fresh Parsley: Remove from heat and stir in fresh chopped parsley to add freshness and color.
  17. Check Salmon Doneness: Verify the salmon in the oven is cooked through, then carefully remove the skillet from the oven.
  18. Serve: Plate the creamy lemon orzo and top with the baked salmon fillets.
  19. Garnish: Garnish with extra fresh parsley or lemon wedges as desired to brighten the presentation.

Notes

  • Ensure not to overcook the salmon to keep it moist and tender.
  • Use an oven-safe skillet for easy transfer from stovetop to oven.
  • You can substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth for a lighter flavor.
  • Adding fresh lemon zest at the end enhances the bright citrus flavor.
  • This dish pairs well with steamed or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.

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