Description
Marry Me Salmon whispers romance right onto your dinner plate, bringing restaurant-quality magic straight to your kitchen without any complicated techniques. Creamy, tangy, and perfectly seasoned, this dish guarantees your guests will be asking for seconds before the first bite is even finished.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 3 to 4 salmon fillets
Fresh Aromatics and Herbs:
- 5 garlic cloves
- Fresh basil
Seasoning and Sauce Ingredients:
- ½ cup parmesan cheese
- 1 cup chicken stock
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ⅓ cup sundried tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ¾ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Mix dried basil, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until thoroughly combined.
- Sprinkle half the seasoning blend over salmon fillets, rubbing it meticulously into both sides to ensure complete coverage.
- Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the pan is hot, place salmon flesh side down and sear for exactly 5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Remove salmon from pan and set aside momentarily. Reduce heat to low and add 5 minced garlic cloves and ⅓ cup chopped sundried tomatoes to the same skillet.
- Pour 1 cup unsalted chicken stock into the skillet, scraping pan bottom to release caramelized cooking fragments.
- Stir in ½ cup heavy cream, ½ cup freshly shredded parmesan cheese, and remaining seasoning mix until sauce looks smooth and integrated.
- Increase heat to medium-low. Simmer sauce for 12 minutes, stirring occasionally until it reaches a rich, thickened consistency.
- Return salmon to skillet, gently coating each fillet with sauce. Cook an additional 3-4 minutes to reach your preferred salmon doneness.
- Transfer salmon to serving plates, generously spooning remaining sauce over top. Garnish with fresh basil leaves for a bright finishing touch.
Notes
- Test salmon doneness by checking internal temperature, which should reach 145°F for safe consumption without overcooking.
- Swap heavy cream with coconut milk or dairy-free alternatives to make the recipe completely gluten-free and dairy-free friendly.
- Pat salmon dry before seasoning to ensure a perfect crispy sear and help the spices adhere better to the fish’s surface.
- Choose wild-caught salmon when possible for richer flavor and more nutritional benefits compared to farm-raised varieties.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-27 minutes
- Category: Sautéed
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 390 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg