Creamed Corn Orzo with Salmon - Serving Dumplings

Ingredients

• 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)