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A perfectly seared salmon fillet glistening in a creamy sun-dried tomato sauce in a black skillet, ready to be served.

Marry Me Salmon: The Ultimate Recipe for a Perfect Night In

This Marry Me Salmon features perfectly seared salmon in a luxurious, creamy sun-dried tomato and spinach sauce. A gourmet, one-pan meal ready in under 30 minutes, it's the perfect dish for a 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 Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 fillets salmon (6 oz each) skin-on or skinless
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth low sodium
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil drained and chopped
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 2 cups fresh spinach packed
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes or more, to taste
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet A 12-inch skillet works well.
  • 1 Measuring cups and spoons

Instructions
 

  1. Pat the salmon fillets completely dry with a paper towel and season generously with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place the salmon skin-side up and sear for 4-6 minutes, until golden. Flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes. Remove salmon and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  3. Stir in the heavy cream, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, grated Parmesan cheese, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a simmer and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens.
  4. Add the fresh spinach and stir until it has completely wilted into the sauce, about 1-2 minutes.
  5. Return the seared salmon to the skillet, nestling it into the sauce. Spoon some sauce over the top. Garnish with fresh basil and serve immediately.

Notes

Tip 1: Ensure your salmon fillets are completely dry before searing for the crispiest skin.
Tip 2: Use freshly grated Parmesan for the smoothest, creamiest sauce.
Tip 3: Don't overcrowd the pan when searing the salmon to ensure a golden-brown crust.
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