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Best Marry Me Salmon

A creamy, flavorful salmon dish featuring sun-dried tomatoes and Parmesan, perfect for romantic dinners or special occasions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 fillets salmon fillets Fresh salmon is recommended.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream For a lighter version, use coconut milk.
  • 1/3 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning Can substitute with fresh herbs.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat salmon fillets dry and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear salmon, flesh-side down, for 4-5 minutes until golden. Flip and cook another 2-3 minutes. Remove and set aside.
Sauce Preparation
  1. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add garlic and sun-dried tomatoes. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Pour in chicken broth and let it simmer for 1 minute. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan. Cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
  3. Add Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Adjust to taste.
Final Cooking
  1. Return salmon to the skillet, spoon sauce over fillets. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until salmon is cooked through.
  2. Turn off the heat, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve immediately.

Notes

Serve hot from the skillet. Pairs well with pasta, rice, or steamed vegetables. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 2-3 days. Reheat gently before serving.