Indulge in the rich and luxurious flavors of Creamy Tuscan Salmon, a restaurant quality dish that’s surprisingly easy to make at home. This pan seared salmon is coated in a velvety garlic parmesan cream sauce, loaded with spinach, sun dried tomatoes, and Italian herbs. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this dish pairs wonderfully with pasta, rice, or roasted vegetables. Get ready to impress your family with this creamy, flavorful, and absolutely irresistible salmon recipe.
Ingredients
For the Salmon:
- 4 salmon fillets (skin-on or skinless)
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
For the Creamy Tuscan Sauce:
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup baby spinach
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
1Sear the Salmon: Season salmon fillets with paprika, salt, and black pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the salmon for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
2Make the Creamy Tuscan Sauce: In the same pan, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté garlic and sun-dried tomatoes for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream, chicken broth, and parmesan cheese. Stir well. Add Italian seasoning and let simmer for 3 minutes.
3Add Spinach & Salmon: Stir in baby spinach and let it wilt. Return the salmon fillets to the skillet and spoon the sauce over them. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the salmon is heated through.
4Serve & Garnish: Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve with pasta, rice, or crusty bread.
Notes:
- Swap heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version.
- Use shrimp or chicken instead of salmon.
- Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick!
This Creamy Tuscan Salmon is a quick, rich, and flavorful meal that’s perfect for any occasion. Enjoy!
