Description
This Marry Me Salmon is a creamy, dreamy salmon dish that’s so rich and flavorful, it just might earn you a proposal! Tender, flaky salmon is seared and simmered in a luscious sun-dried tomato and garlic cream sauce. It’s quick enough for a weeknight but impressive enough for date night.
Ingredients
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4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each), skin on or off
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
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1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, chopped
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3/4 cup chicken broth
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1 cup heavy cream
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish
Instructions
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Season and sear the salmon:
Pat salmon dry and season with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the salmon fillets, skin-side down (if using), and sear for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and just cooked through. Remove from pan and set aside. -
Make the sauce:
In the same pan, lower the heat to medium. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes and sauté for 30 seconds. Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes. -
Simmer:
Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer for 2 minutes. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. Let the sauce simmer gently for 2–3 minutes, until slightly thickened. -
Combine and serve:
Return the salmon to the pan and spoon sauce over the top. Simmer for another 2 minutes to warm through. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and serve hot.
Notes
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Great with pasta, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
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For a dairy-free version, substitute coconut cream and nutritional yeast.
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Add spinach or mushrooms for extra veggies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with sauce
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 125mg