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Marry Me Salmon

Marry Me Salmon: Irresistibly Creamy & Flavor-Packed Delight

Marry Me Salmon is an elegantly creamy dish that will impress your loved ones with its flavor-packed combination of garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh basil.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Fillets Use skin-on fillets for that crispy finish.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Feel free to substitute with a light, neutral oil.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to personal taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Freshly cracked black pepper enhances flavor.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced; fresh garlic lends an aromatic quality.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Coconut milk makes a great dairy-free alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Chicken Broth Can be swapped for vegetable broth.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated; use nutritional yeast for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional; adds a hint of heat.
  • 2 tablespoons Sun-Dried Tomatoes Chopped; fresh tomatoes can be used in season.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Basil Chopped; parsley is a nice substitute.
  • 1 unit Juice of Lemon Balances out the richness.

Equipment

  • Oven-safe skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large oven-safe skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper.
  3. Sear the salmon fillets skin-side up in the skillet for about 3-4 minutes until golden brown, then flip and cook for an additional 2 minutes. Remove salmon and set aside.
  4. Reduce heat to medium and sauté minced garlic in the same skillet for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Pour in 1/2 cup of chicken broth and 1 cup of heavy cream, stirring to combine and simmering for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
  6. Add 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, and juice of 1 lemon. Simmer for another 3-4 minutes.
  7. Return the seared salmon to the skillet, spooning some sauce over each fillet, and transfer to the oven.
  8. Bake for 8-10 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
  9. Garnish with freshly chopped basil and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 35gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 125mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure your skillet is hot enough for a golden sear. Keep an eye on salmon to avoid overcooking. Adjust seasoning to your liking and garnish with fresh basil for enhanced flavor.

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