Description
A rich and comforting creamy garlic orzo paired with perfectly seared salmon, bringing together silky textures and bright, savory flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 salmon fillets, about 170 grams each
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 whole lemon
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Heat a nonstick pan over medium heat for the salmon.
- Combine Ingredients: In a separate skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Add orzo to the skillet and toast lightly for one minute.
- Assemble the Dish: Pour in chicken broth and let the orzo simmer until tender.
- Cook to Perfection: Stir in heavy cream and parmesan, then cook until creamy and thick. Meanwhile, sear the salmon in olive oil until golden and cooked through.
- Finishing Touches: Add parsley, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to the orzo, then gently place salmon on top.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve warm and enjoy the creamy texture with flaky salmon.
Notes
- Use freshly grated parmesan for the best texture and flavor.
- Do not overcook the salmon to keep it tender and juicy.
- Add extra broth when reheating to maintain creaminess.
- A squeeze of lemon at the end enhances the overall flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: creamy garlic orzo, salmon orzo, creamy pasta with salmon, garlic orzo recipe, easy salmon dinner