One Pot Salmon and Orzo
Light, delicious, and easy dinner recipe!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lb salmon We recommend you always use fresh salmon!
- 2 Tbsp olive oil virgin
- 1 small yellow onion diced
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 1 can basil, garlic & oregano diced tomatoes 14.5 oz
- 3 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 1/2 cup orzo pasta Some people like to use whole wheat orzo, whichever you prefer works!
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, shredded Use fresh, not dried - you will taste the difference!
- 2 Tbsp chopped parsley (plus more for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onions and saute 3 minutes until translucent. Then add garlic and saute 30-60 seconds or until fragrant.
- Add orzo to skillet, stirring to coat the pasta, then saute for about one minute. Add the can of basil, garlic & oregano tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and broth. Stir altogether, then bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, simmering 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir the parmesan cheese into the mixture.
- Season the salmon with salt and pepper, then nestle into the orzo. Cover the skillet and simmer 8-10 minutes or until salmon is fully cooked and pasta is al dente. Once the salmon is cooked, you will be able to easily remove the skin from the underside of the salmon.
- With a spatula, cut the salmon into the mixture in the pot into bite-sized pieces.
- Stir the chopped parsley into the mixture.
- Garnish with extra parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
This dish is best when eaten immediately after cooking (in my opinion), but in the unlikely event you have leftovers, it will keep well in the refrigerator for one -two days. Simply warm in the microwave and enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 740kcal
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