Description
Marry Me Salmon is an irresistible dish that transforms a simple salmon fillet into a romantic culinary experience. This quick and easy recipe features tender salmon bathed in a creamy sauce infused with garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and aromatic herbs. Ready in just 25 minutes, this one-pan wonder is perfect for intimate dinners or entertaining guests. With its delicious flavors and minimal cleanup required, Marry Me Salmon is sure to impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (skin-on or skinless)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients for a smooth cooking process.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add olive oil and butter until melted.
- Add salmon fillets to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook skin-side down for about 5-6 minutes until golden brown. Flip carefully using a spatula.
- Once flipped, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Then mix in sun-dried tomatoes, heavy cream, chicken broth, Parmesan cheese, thyme, and basil.
- Let the sauce simmer for about 5-7 minutes until it thickens slightly. Spoon sauce over the salmon while cooking.
- Remove from heat and serve immediately with fresh parsley sprinkled on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 85mg