Marry Me Salmon
4
servings10
minutes20
minutes520
kcalThis Marry Me Salmon is a rich, creamy, and flavorful dish that will make anyone fall in love with it after the first bite! Inspired by the famous Marry Me Chicken, this dish features perfectly seared salmon smothered in a garlic parmesan sun-dried tomato cream sauce, making it an irresistible meal for date night or any special occasion.
🛒 Ingredients
For the Salmon:
- 4 salmon fillet (6 oz each), skin-on or skinless
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper,
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
For the Creamy Sauce:
- 1 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half & half for a lighter version)
- ½ cup chicken or vegetable broth
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for a spicy kick)
- 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
- Juice of ½ lemon
For Garnish:
- Fresh basil leaves
- Extra parmesan cheese
- Lemon wedges
👩🏻🍳 Directions
Prep the Salmon
- Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
- Season both sides with salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
Sear the Salmon
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Place the salmon fillets skin-side down and sear for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
- Flip the salmon and cook for another 2-3 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside.
Make the Creamy Sauce
- In the same skillet, melt 1 tbsp butter and sauté garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and let it simmer for 2 minutes to deglaze the pan.
- Stir in the heavy cream, parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes.
- Let the sauce simmer for 3-4 minutes until thickened.
Combine & Serve
- Return the salmon to the skillet and spoon the sauce over the fillets.
- Squeeze in lemon juice and sprinkle with fresh basil.
- Serve immediately with rice, pasta, mashed potatoes, or roasted veggies.
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📊 Nutrition Facts (Per Serving - Approximate)
Protein: 40g
Carbs: 8g
Fiber: 2g
Fat: 38g
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 680mg
💡 Tips & Variations
✔ Use Skin-On Salmon: Crisp up the skin for extra texture and flavor.
✔ Make it Lighter: Use half & half or coconut milk instead of heavy cream.
✔ Add Veggies: Stir in spinach or mushrooms for extra nutrients.
✔ Extra Cheesy: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella on top for a richer sauce.
✔ Spicy Version: Add more red pepper flakes or a dash of cayenne.
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