Honey Dijon Crusted Salmon & Creamy Lemon Garlic Orzo
Servings: 4
Ingredients
For the Honey Dijon Crusted Salmon:
- 2-4 Salmon Fillets
- 2 tsp. Paprika
- 2 tsp. Garlic Powder
- 2 tsp. Onion Powder
- 1 tsp. Salt
- 1 tsp. Black Pepper
- 3 tbsp. Dijon Mustard
- 3 tbsp. Honey
- 1/2 cup Panko Breadcrumbs
For the Creamy Lemon Garlic Orzo:
- 3 Garlic Cloves minced
- 3 tbsp. Butter
- Zest and Juice of 1 Lemon
- 1 cup Orzo
- 2 1/2 cups Bone Broth or broth of choice
- 1/3 cup Heavy Cream
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan
- 1/4 cup Fresh Basil chopped
- Salt & Black Pepper to taste
Instructions
For the Honey Dijon Crusted Salmon:
- If baking in the air fryer, place the salmon fillets on the air fryer rack. If using the oven, preheat oven to 400F and place the salmon fillets on a baking pan lined with parchment paper.
- Season the salmon fillets with the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Rub the spices evenly over the salmon fillets.
- In a small bowl, combine the honey and dijon. Mix well. Spread evenly over the top of each salmon fillet.
- Top each fillet generously with the breadcrumbs.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until fully cooked through.
For the Creamy Lemon Garlic Orzo:
- In a skillet over medium heat, add the minced garlic, butter, and lemon zest. Saute for 1 minutes, until garlic is fragrant.
- Add the orzo to saute for 1 minute, then add the broth. Bring to a boil then cover with the pan life and reduce to a simmer for 12-15 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream, grated parmesan, lemon juice, and chopped basil. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Continue simmering until thick and creamy, about 2-3 minutes more.
- Enjoy warm with the honey dijon crusted salmon!
