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Creamed Corn Orzo with Salmon

Creamed Corn Orzo with Salmon
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Delight in this one-pot Creamed Corn Orzo with Salmon that’s ready in just 30 minutes! A delicious meal perfect for any night of the week!

Ingredients

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  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 skinless salmon fillets
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 4 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1 yellow onion (finely chopped)
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 3 sprigs of thyme
  • 1 cup orzo
  • 3 ears corn
  • 2½ cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • Chili flakes for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat the salmon fillets dry and season with salt, garlic powder, and Cajun seasoning.
  2. Shuck the corn and cut off the kernels.
  3. In a nonstick skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat. Sear the salmon for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown; set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and chopped onion; cook until soft. Add orzo and corn kernels, tossing for about a minute.
  5. Pour in chicken broth; bring to a boil then simmer until liquid is mostly absorbed (about 10 minutes).
  6. Stir in Parmesan cheese, heavy cream, and lemon juice; return salmon to the skillet and simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.

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