One Skillet Blackened Salmon Orzo

One Skillet Blacked Salmon Orzo. A balanced plate that tastes like comfort, but fuels like performance with 50g protein and 6 g fiber in one serving! Nutritious, filling, and totally weeknight-worthy!

Servings: 4

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp Olive Oil

• 1 lb Salmon, cut into four fillets

• 1 tsp Paprika

• 1 tsp Garlic Powder

• 1 tsp Dried Thyme

• 1 Yellow Onion, diced

• 1 cup Whole Wheat Orzo

• 3 cups Chicken Bone Broth

• 2 cups Baby Spinach

• 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated

• 1 tbsp Lemon Juice

Directions:

1. Pat salmon fillets dry and season with garlic powder, paprika, and 1/2 tsp of salt and pepper.

2. Heat oil over medium high heat in a large skillet. Add salmon. Cook for 5-6 minutes per side. Once cooked through, remove from skillet and set aside.

3. Reduce heat of skillet and add yellow onion. Cook until tender. Stir in thyme and remaining salt and pepper.

4. Add broth and orzo. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to maintain a simmer. Cook uncovered until orzo is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed. About 12-15 minutes.

5. Add spinach, lemon juice, and parmesan. Stir to combine.

6. Return salmon to skillet.

7. Garnish with lemon if desired.

   
   
   
   

Nutrition:

Calories: 493

Protein: 50g

Carbohydrates: 45g

Fiber: 6g

Fat: 17g