Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Marry Me Salmon, a dish that brings together tender salmon fillets and a rich sun-dried tomato cream sauce. This gourmet recipe is perfect for impressing your guests or enjoying a special date night at home. Ready in just 30 minutes, it combines the luscious flavors of creamy Parmesan, fragrant herbs, and succulent salmon, making it both an elegant and easy choice for any occasion. Pair it with garlic mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for a well-rounded meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (skin-on or skinless)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed), chopped
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat the salmon fillets dry and drizzle with olive oil. Season with salt, pepper, thyme, and basil.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté garlic until fragrant. Add sun-dried tomatoes and cook until softened.
- Stir in heavy cream and chicken broth; simmer until thickened. Mix in Parmesan cheese and season to taste.
- Place salmon in a baking dish, pour the sauce over it, and bake for 15–20 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with sauce (170g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg