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One Skillet Creamed Spinach Salmon With Farro

This one-skillet salmon with creamed spinach and cherry tomatoes bursting with flavor is so comforting with the addition of farro. And the best part? It's all made in one pan and with only 10 ingredients. This is a great weeknight meal or perfect for entertaining. Quick, easy and packed with so many nutrients!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course , Lunch , Dinner
Cuisine: American , International

Ingredients

  • 4 tbsp olive oil divided
  • 4 fillets salmon I highly recommend ButcherBox Salmon
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 small red onion sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 cup chicken stock
  • 1 cup canned full-fat coconut milk
  • 6 oz fresh spinach
  • 1 cup farro

Instructions

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  1. Pat salmon dry and season with salt, pepper, and olive oil on both sides. 
  2. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil over medium-high heat until hot. Cook the salmon, skin side up, until golden and crisp, about 4-5 minutes. Set aside covered on a plate.
  3. Add remaining olive oil to skillet and sauté onions and tomatoes, about 2 minutes. Season with garlic powder.
  4. Pour in chicken stock and heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in spinach and farro. Mix well.
  5. When liquid comes to a simmer, reduce the heat and cover. Cook for 15-20 minutes, until farro is tender.
  6. Nestle in the salmon, skin-side down and continue to cook, covered for an additional 5 minutes.