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One Skillet Salmon with Lemon Orzo

Rachel AnneRecipe By Rachel Anne |Updated 2025-08-01 |13 Comments
One Skillet Salmon with Lemon Orzo
Photo of One Skillet Salmon with Lemon Orzo - finished dish

One Skillet Salmon with Lemon Orzo

PREP15 min
COOK30 min

One Skillet Salmon with Lemon Orzo is a quick, vibrant weeknight dinner bursting with citrusy flavor and tender salmon, ready in just one pan!

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4SERVINGS

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. 1
    Pat salmon fillets dry, season with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear salmon 2-3 minutes per side until golden. Remove to a plate.
  2. 2
    Lower heat to medium. Add remaining olive oil, then sauté shallot for 1-2 minutes. Add garlic, cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. 3
    Stir in the orzo. Toast for 1-2 minutes, stirring, until it smells slightly nutty.
  4. 4
    Pour in broth, add lemon zest, and a pinch of salt. Scrape up browned bits, bring to a simmer. Reduce heat and cook 7-8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. 5
    Nestle salmon into the orzo. Cover, simmer 5-7 minutes until salmon is just cooked and orzo is creamy.
  6. 6
    Remove from heat. Stir in lemon juice, butter, and fresh dill. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot, garnished with more dill and lemon wedges.

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