Oven-Ready
Premium
Goat Cheese Crema Salmon
with pesto orzo and butternut squash
Prep & Cook Time: 25-35 min.
Spice Level: Not Spicy
Cook Within: 3 days
Contains: Fish (Salmon), Milk, Wheat
- Fiber-Rich
- Pescatarian
- Protein-Packed
- Mediterranean
Chef
Hannah Fenton
Still want the great flavors and delicious dinners you've come to expect from Home Chef, but a fraction of the time and barely any work? These oven-ready offerings were made with you in mind. Just follow the assembly instructions, pop it in the oven, and voila! It's like you worked over a hot stove for hours (we'll keep your secret.)
In Your Box (serves 2)
- 12 oz. Salmon Fillets
- 10 oz. Cooked Orzo
- 8 oz. Cubed Butternut Squash
- 1 oz. Goat Cheese
- 1 oz. Basil Pesto
- 1 oz. Creme Fraiche
- ⅗ oz. Butter
- 0.28 oz. Lemon Juice
- ½ tsp. Lemon N Herb Seasoning
- ½ tsp. Garlic Salt
- 1 tsp. Italian Seasoning Blend
Due to our just-in-time sourcing model, we may have to send you a substitute ingredient. Not to worry! We make sure every ingredient sent to you meets our high quality standards. We’ll keep you informed should a switch occur, so please check the ingredient labels in your meal bag.
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Nutrition (per serving)
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Calories860
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Carbohydrates60g
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Net Carbs54g
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Fat47g
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Protein48g
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Sodium1400mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- 1 Mixing Bowl
- 1 Microwave-Safe Bowl
- 1 Microwave
Before You Cook
Cooking Guidelines
To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:
- Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
- Seafood 145° F |
- Chicken 165° F |
- Ground Beef 160° F |
- Ground Turkey 165° F |
- Ground Pork 160° F
Customize It Instructions
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If using antibiotic free chicken, pat dry. Add chicken to a medium non-stick pan with 2 tsp. olive oil over medium heat. Cook until chicken reaches minimum internal temperature, 5-7 minutes per side.
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If using filets mignon or sirloin steaks, pat dry. Add steaks to a medium non-stick pan with 2 tsp. olive oil over medium heat. Cook until steak reaches desired doneness, or 4-6 minutes per side for medium/medium-well. Rest, 3 minutes. Steak thickness can vary; if you receive a thinner steak, we recommend checking for doneness sooner.
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1 Prepare the Butternut Squash
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 1 tsp. olive oil and butternut squash.
Microwave uncovered until tender, 5-8 minutes.Carefully remove from microwave.Transfer butternut squash to provided tray. Toss with garlic salt, a pinch of pepper, and Italian seasoning. Push butternut squash to one side of tray. Butternut squash will be hot! Use a utensil.Wipe bowl clean and reserve. -
2 Bake the Butternut Squash and Salmon
Pat salmon dry and season flesh side with lemon n herb seasoning.
Place salmon in empty side of tray and evenly top with 1 tsp. olive oil.Bake uncovered in hot oven until butternut squash is browned and salmon reaches a minimum internal temperature of 145 degrees, 10-15 minutes.Carefully remove from oven.While butternut squash and salmon bake, continue recipe. -
3 Heat Orzo, Make Crema, and Finish Meal
In reserved microwave-safe bowl, combine orzo, 1/4 cup water, and 1/4 tsp. salt. Cover with a damp paper towel.
Microwave covered until heated through, 2-3 minutes.Carefully remove from microwave. Stir in pesto, softened butter, and half the lemon juice (reserve remaining for crema) until combined. Set aside.In a mixing bowl, combine cheese, creme fraiche, remaining lemon juice, and 1 tsp. water.To serve, top salmon with crema. Bon appétit!
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