Irresistible Marry Me Salmon Recipe in Just 20 Minutes
Rich, creamy, and irresistible—a romantic dinner showstopper!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (skinless, ~6 oz each)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/3 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp fresh basil, chopped (plus more for garnish)
Instructions
- Season salmon with salt and pepper. Sear in hot olive oil, skin-side up, until golden brown on each side—about 3–4 minutes per side.
- Remove salmon and lower heat. Sauté garlic in the same pan until fragrant. Stir in cream, chicken broth, parmesan, sun-dried tomatoes, chili flakes, and Italian seasoning.
- Let the sauce simmer gently for 3–4 minutes, stirring until it thickens slightly.
- Nestle the seared salmon back into the skillet and spoon the sauce over top. Simmer 2–3 more minutes to let flavors meld.
- Top with fresh basil and serve hot with mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread.
Notes
- Adjust chili flakes to your spice preference.
- Use fresh basil for best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with sauce
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg