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Creamy Garlic Salmon


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A delicious and creamy garlic salmon recipe that is easy to make and packed with flavor.


Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1/3 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Pat salmon fillets dry and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear salmon, flesh-side down, for 4-5 minutes until golden. Flip and cook another 2-3 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add garlic and sun-dried tomatoes. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Pour in chicken broth, let it simmer for 1 minute. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan. Cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
  5. Add Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Adjust to taste.
  6. Return salmon to skillet, spoon sauce over fillets. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until salmon is cooked through.
  7. Turn off heat, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve immediately.

Notes

  • This dish pairs well with pasta or rice for a complete meal.
  • For added flavor, consider marinating the salmon in lemon juice beforehand.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fillet
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg