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Get your prep done before you start cooking: Grate the Parmesan cheese, finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves.
Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel. Season both sides with garlic powder, sweet paprika and ½ teaspoon salt and pepper.
Heat oil and butter over medium high in a large nonstick pan or skillet.
Add salmon fillets and sear, 3-4 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and set aside.
Reduce heat to medium, add garlic and onion. Cook until soft and fragrant for about 2 minutes.
Stir in thyme and the remaining salt and pepper. Add orzo and toast for 1 minute.
Pour in broth and bring to a boil. To maintain a simmer, reduce the heat to medium-low.
Cook uncovered while stirring occasionally to prevent the orzo from sticking, until almost al dente and most of the liquid is absorbed, about 8 minutes.
Add spinach, stir and simmer until wilted for about 2 minutes.
Stir in lemon juice and Parmesan. Add more broth, if needed. Taste and adjust salt.
Return salmon to the skillet and simmer for 2-3 minutes, or until the salmon is heated through.
Top with freshly ground black pepper and chili flakes. Enjoy!