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Creamy Marry Me Salmon

Pan-seared salmon in a rich garlic parmesan cream sauce with sun-dried tomatoes, perfect for an elegant dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian-inspired
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salmon
  • 4 salmon fillets 6 oz each
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp paprika
Cream Sauce
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 0.5 cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes optional

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups

Method
 

  1. Season salmon with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  2. Sear salmon 4–5 minutes per side and remove.
  3. Sauté garlic and sun-dried tomatoes.
  4. Add broth, cream, parmesan, and seasonings.
  5. Simmer until slightly thickened.
  6. Return salmon and cook until done.
  7. Garnish and serve.

Notes

For thicker sauce, simmer a few extra minutes before returning salmon.