Description

This Best Marry Me Salmon recipe is a creamy, one-skillet wonder made with pan-seared salmon, sun-dried tomatoes, and a rich parmesan cream sauce. It’s quick, elegant, and perfect for romantic dinners or easy weeknight meals. Ideal for salmon lovers and fans of creamy seafood dishes.

Ingredients

2 salmon fillets

2 tablespoons olive oil

3 cloves garlic, minced

1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped

3/4 cup heavy cream

1/3 cup chicken broth

1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Salt and pepper, to taste

Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish

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Instructions

1. Pat the salmon fillets dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.

2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the salmon skin-side up for 4-5 minutes until golden, flip and cook another 3 minutes. Remove and set aside.

3. Reduce heat to medium. Add the remaining olive oil and sauté the garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.

4. Stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 1 minute.

5. Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine.

6. Add parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes if using. Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes until it slightly thickens.

7. Return the salmon fillets to the pan, spoon sauce over the top, and simmer covered for 2-3 more minutes.

8. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and serve hot.

Notes

Let the salmon come to room temperature before cooking for a more even sear.

If the sauce thickens too much, add a splash of broth or cream to loosen it.

For extra richness, finish with a small pat of butter in the sauce.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with sauce
Calories: 510
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 420mg
Fat: 38g
Saturated Fat: 16g
Unsaturated Fat: 19g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 6g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 35g
Cholesterol: 115mg