Chili-Lemon Herb Salmon & Orzo

This Chili-Lemon Herb Salmon & Orzo is a quick, restaurant-quality one-pan dinner! Golden seared salmon with a smoky kick from Blaze Well chili powder, served over creamy orzo with spinach and fresh lemon.

Ingredients

• 2 large salmon fillets
• 1 tsp Blaze Well Chili Powder
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp salt & black pepper
• 1 tbsp olive oil (for searing)
• 1 tbsp butter
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
• 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• ¼ cup heavy cream (optional)
• 1 cup fresh spinach
• 1 lemon (half juiced, half sliced)
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley or herbs, chopped

Instructions

1. Season the salmon fillets with Blaze Well Chili Powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet and sear the salmon for 3–4 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside.
3. In the same pan, melt butter and toast the orzo with minced garlic until lightly golden.
4. Add broth and lemon juice. Simmer covered for 8–10 minutes until orzo is tender.
5. Stir in heavy cream and fresh spinach until wilted.
6. Place the salmon back on top, add lemon wheels, cover for 2 minutes, and garnish with fresh herbs. Serve hot.