Description
Discover the irresistible Marry Me Salmon, a dish so delightful it could lead to a marriage proposal! This easy recipe features flaky salmon enveloped in a creamy sun-dried tomato sauce with just the right amount of spice. Ready in about 40 minutes, it’s perfect for weeknight dinners or romantic occasions. Impress your loved ones with a gourmet meal that tastes like you’ve been slaving away in the kitchen all day. Pair it with your favorite sides like pasta, rice, or a fresh salad for a complete dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 salmon fillets (skin removed)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup chicken stock (unsalted)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/3 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
- 5 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1/2 cup freshly shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 3/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix together seasonings: dried basil, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
- Rub half the seasoning mixture onto both sides of the salmon fillets.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear salmon for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
- Add minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes.
- Deglaze the pan with chicken stock and scrape up any brown bits.
- Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and remaining seasoning mixture. Simmer for 10-15 minutes until thickened.
- Return salmon to the skillet and spoon sauce over it; cook an additional 3-5 minutes according to desired doneness.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh basil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 110mg