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Marry Me Salmon

Tender salmon fillets seared to perfection and smothered in a rich, creamy Tuscan sauce with sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and parmesan. A 30-minute meal perfect for date night.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-American, Tuscan
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salmon
  • 4 fillets salmon
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tsp dried Italian seasoning
  • 0.5 tsp Kosher salt
  • 0.25 tsp cracked black pepper
Sauce
  • 3 tbsp butter unsalted
  • 2 tsp garlic minced
  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 cups chicken broth low sodium
  • 0.75 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 0.5 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and chopped
  • 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 handful fresh basil chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Whisk
  • Tongs
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons

Method
 

  1. Pat salmon fillets dry. Season generously with salt, pepper, and 2 tsp Italian seasoning.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear salmon for 4-5 minutes per side until cooked through. Remove from pan and set aside.
  3. Reduce heat to medium. Add butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
  4. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute to form a roux.
  5. Slowly whisk in chicken broth to prevent lumps. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  6. Stir in heavy cream and parmesan cheese until smooth.
  7. Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes, remaining 1 tsp Italian seasoning, and lemon zest. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until sauce coats the back of a spoon.
  8. Return salmon to the pan, spoon sauce over the fish, garnish with fresh basil, and serve.

Notes

Serve over pasta or mashed potatoes to soak up the sauce.