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Marry Me Skillet Salmon

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Tender skillet-seared salmon finished in a rich, creamy sun-dried tomato Parmesan sauce that feels elegant yet comes together quickly in one pan.

Ingredients

  • 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 0.5 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed, drained)
  • 0.5 cup chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tbsp fresh basil or parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Pat the salmon dry and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Sear salmon skin-side down until golden and crisp, about 4–5 minutes.
  4. Flip and cook until just cooked through, then remove from skillet and set aside.
  5. In the same skillet, sauté garlic and sun-dried tomatoes until fragrant.
  6. Add broth and simmer briefly, scraping up browned bits from the pan.
  7. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes.
  8. Simmer gently until sauce thickens slightly.
  9. Return salmon to the skillet and spoon sauce over the top.
  10. Simmer for 2–3 minutes to blend flavors.
  11. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Add spinach to the sauce for extra greens.
  • Half-and-half can replace heavy cream for a lighter version.
  • A squeeze of lemon brightens the flavors.
  • Reheat gently to avoid overcooking the salmon.

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