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Cajun Salmon Orzo in a cast iron pan.
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Cajun Salmon Orzo

This Cajun Salmon and Orzo dish is perfect for a Friday night! It's quick, easy, and so delicious it'll be a fast favorite!
Course Main Course
Cuisine American-Italian, Salmon
Keyword Cajun Salmon, Lent Dinner, Salmon and Orzo, Salmon Dinner
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 426kcal

Ingredients

  • 4 wild-caught salmon filets
  • 1 tbsp cajun seasoning
  • 3 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 cup orzo
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ shallot minced
  • 1 ¼ cups chicken broth
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ¾ cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped for garnish

Instructions

  • Coat the salmon filets with cajun seasoning on both sides.
  • Drizzle olive oil into a pan over medium heat.
  • Sear the salmon filets on each side for 3-5 minutes. Be sure the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees fahrenheit.
  • Remove them from the pan and tent with foil.
  • Turn the heat down to low. Don’t clean the pan, add the butter, orzo, minced garlic, and shallot. Saute for 2-3 minutes.
  • Add the chicken broth and stir until all of the liquid is absorbed. This should take about 5-7 minutes, I find the time varies depending on your range and pan.
  • Add the heavy cream, parmesan, and lemon juice. Stir until the cheese is fully melted.
  • Turn the heat off, and return the salmon to the pan.
  • Let stand for 2-3 minutes (the sauce will thicken up).
  • Top with fresh parsley and lemon wedges.

Notes

*Nutrition facts are automatically calculated. 

Nutrition

Calories: 426kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 49mg | Sodium: 594mg | Potassium: 218mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1544IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 271mg | Iron: 1mg