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Marry Me Salmon

Marry Me Salmon: A Rich and Creamy Delight You'll Adore

Discover the magic of Marry Me Salmon, a rich and creamy dish that impresses!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Protein-rich, loaded with omega-3s.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Or swap with melted butter.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh minced.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream For a dairy-free option, use coconut milk.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Vegetable broth works for non-meat option.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast as a vegan substitute.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust to your preference.
  • 1/2 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes Fresh if in a pinch.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil Substitute with parsley or thyme.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Use lime juice as an alternative.

Equipment

  • Oven-safe skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In an oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and season salmon fillets with salt and pepper. Sear for 3-4 minutes, flip and cook for 2 minutes, then set aside.
  3. Reduce heat to medium, add minced garlic to the skillet, and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, mixing to combine. Allow to simmer gently.
  5. Whisk in Parmesan cheese, red pepper flakes, sun-dried tomatoes, and lemon juice. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until it thickens slightly.
  6. Return seared salmon to the skillet, spooning sauce over the top.
  7. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 8-10 minutes until salmon flakes easily.
  8. Remove from oven, sprinkle with fresh basil, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently to maintain creamy texture.

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