Description
Creamed Corn Orzo with Salmon is a delightful one-pot dish that brings together flaky salmon fillets and creamy orzo pasta infused with sweet corn. Perfect for busy weeknights, this flavorful meal can be prepared in just 30 minutes. The combination of Cajun seasoning and fresh ingredients creates an explosion of taste while the creamy sauce adds a comforting touch. Whether you’re cooking for family or entertaining guests, this recipe is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 skinless salmon fillets (skin removed)
- 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 (more for serving)
- 1 cup orzo
- 3 ears corn
- 2 ½ cups chicken broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Chili flakes for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Pat the salmon dry and season with salt, garlic powder, and Cajun seasoning.
- In a nonstick skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat. Sear the salmon for 3-4 minutes per side until cooked through; set aside.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium, add minced garlic and chopped onion; sauté until softened.
- Stir in salt, pepper, thyme, orzo, and corn; toast for 1 minute.
- Pour in warm chicken broth; bring to a boil then simmer uncovered for about 10 minutes until orzo is nearly al dente.
- Mix in grated Parmesan cheese, heavy cream, and lemon juice; return salmon to skillet and simmer for another 3 minutes until heated through.
- Serve garnished with fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 33g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg