Description
Marry Me Salmon is a delightful and creamy dish that transforms ordinary salmon into a romantic culinary experience. Perfect for date nights or special occasions, this easy-to-make recipe features tender salmon fillets bathed in a luscious sauce made with sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and Parmesan cheese. The combination of rich flavors and quick preparation makes it not just indulgent but also practical for busy weeknights. With just under 30 minutes from start to finish, you can impress your loved ones with a dish that looks as good as it tastes. Serve it garnished with fresh parsley for an elegant touch, and watch as it steals the show at your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (skin-on or skinless)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Dried thyme, dried basil, salt, and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Gather and chop sun-dried tomatoes; mince garlic.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat until melted.
- Sear salmon fillets skin-side down for 5-6 minutes until golden brown. Flip gently.
- Add garlic and sun-dried tomatoes around the salmon; cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in heavy cream, chicken broth, thyme, basil, salt, and pepper; stir to combine.
- Reduce heat to low; simmer for 5-7 minutes until sauce thickens and salmon is cooked through.
- Garnish with parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (approximately 180g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg