One Skillet Salmon with Lemon Orzo | Flavorful Weeknight Dinner

Ingredients

• 4 skinless salmon fillets
• 1 tsp salt, divided
• 1 tsp black pepper, divided
• 1 tsp sweet paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• Freshly ground black pepper, for serving
• Chili flakes, for serving
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp unsalted butter
• 1 cup dry orzo pasta
• 3 cups low sodium chicken broth
• 1 yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 5 ounces baby spinach
• Juice from ½ lemon
• ½ cup grated Parmesan