Description
This Marry Me Salmon is a quick, easy, and incredibly flavorful dish that is perfect for impressing your loved ones! The salmon is perfectly seared and coated in a rich, creamy sauce made with sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and a touch of Parmesan. The name says it all—this dish is so good, it will have you saying “I do!”
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (skin-on or skinless, as preferred)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (packed in oil)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 1 tbsp fresh basil or parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
- 1 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the salmon fillets, skin-side down if they have skin, and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the salmon from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the butter and sauté the garlic for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
- Stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes, cooking for another 1-2 minutes.
- Add the chicken broth to deglaze the skillet, scraping up any bits stuck to the bottom.
- Stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and red pepper flakes. Let the sauce simmer for about 5-7 minutes, until it thickens slightly.
- Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
- Return the cooked salmon fillets to the skillet, spooning some of the sauce over the top. Let the salmon simmer in the sauce for 2-3 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- You can substitute the heavy cream with coconut cream for a dairy-free version.
- If you prefer a bit more texture, try adding some toasted pine nuts or capers to the sauce.
- Serve this dish with a side of roasted vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course, Grilled
- Method: Sautéing, Simmering
- Cuisine: American, Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with sauce
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg