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A perfectly pan-seared salmon fillet with crispy skin, resting on a plate before being added to the creamy sun-dried tomato sauce.
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Marry Me Salmon: The Ultimate Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Salmon Recipe

This Marry Me Salmon recipe features perfectly seared salmon in a luxurious, creamy sun-dried tomato and parmesan sauce. A restaurant-quality meal ready in under 30 minutes, it's the ultimate one-pan dish for any special occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) Skin-on or skinless
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp butter Unsalted
  • 4 cloves garlic Minced
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil Chopped
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth Low-sodium
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese Freshly grated
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil Chopped
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes Optional
  • Salt and black pepper To taste

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet A 12-inch skillet is ideal.
  • 1 Spatula A fish spatula works best for flipping.

Method
 

Main
  1. Pat the salmon fillets completely dry with a paper towel. Season both sides generously with salt and black pepper.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Place the salmon fillets skin-side up and sear for 4-6 minutes, until a golden-brown crust forms. Flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes. Remove the salmon from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Reduce heat to medium. Add butter to the skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Add the sun-dried tomatoes and red pepper flakes, cooking for another minute.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth to deglaze the pan. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes. Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  5. Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and fresh basil until smooth. Return the seared salmon to the skillet and spoon the sauce over the top. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 650kcalProtein: 45gFat: 48gFiber: 1g

Notes

Tip 1: For an extra crispy skin, make sure the pan is hot before adding the salmon.
Tip 2: You can substitute heavy cream with coconut cream for a dairy-free alternative, though the flavor profile will change.
Tip 3: Don't overcrowd the pan when searing the salmon for the best results.
Keyword Creamy Salmon,Marry Me Salmon,Sun-Dried Tomato Salmon

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