Description
Marry Me Salmon is a mouthwatering dish featuring tender salmon fillets coated in a creamy, sun-dried tomato sauce. Enhanced with garlic, Italian herbs, and Parmesan, this recipe combines savory, tangy flavors that pair perfectly with pasta, rice, or vegetables. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s ideal for a quick gourmet meal or a romantic dinner.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets, skinless
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon cracked black pepper
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1½ cups chicken broth
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Fresh basil, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Season the Salmon: Brush olive oil on both sides of the salmon fillets. Season with dried Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Cook the Salmon: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the salmon fillets for about 3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Prepare the Sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds. Stir in flour to make a roux.
- Add Liquids: Gradually whisk in chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring to a simmer.
- Incorporate Cheese and Tomatoes: Add Parmesan cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and lemon zest. Stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is well combined.
- Combine Salmon and Sauce: Return the salmon to the skillet, spooning the sauce over it. Simmer for 2-3 minutes to blend the flavors.
- Garnish and Serve: Top with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier flavor, add red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- You can swap out Parmesan for Pecorino Romano for a sharper taste.
- To make the sauce thicker, simmer longer or add a cornstarch slurry.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute the flour with a gluten-free flour blend or cornstarch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Pan-seared
- Cuisine: Italian-American
