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Creamy Tuscan Marry Me Salmon

Creamy Tuscan Marry Me Salmon

This creamy Tuscan marry me salmon features a rich sauce infused with garlic and lemon, ideal for seafood lovers.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 24 minutes
Total Time 34 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 4 filets
Calories 526 kcal

Equipment

  • measuring cups and spoons
  • sharp knife
  • cutting board
  • Garlic Press
  • box grater
  • pastry brush
  • Skillet Large
  • spatula
  • whisk

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon

  • 1 Pound salmon filets skinless
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ Teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ Teaspoon black pepper freshly cracked

For the Sauce

  • 2 Tablespoons butter
  • 1 yellow onion diced
  • 3 Cloves garlic minced
  • ½ Cup sun-dried tomatoes drained
  • ½ Cup chicken broth
  • 1 Cup heavy whipping cream
  • ½ Cup parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 1 Teaspoon Italian seasoning dried
  • 1 Teaspoon lemon zest
  • fresh basil thinly sliced for garnish

Instructions
 

Prepare the Salmon

  • Brush olive oil on top of salmon filets using a basting brush. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add salmon filets to the skillet and cook until golden brown and crispy, about 3 minutes on each side. Lower the heat and allow the salmon to cook through to the center. Remove filets from the skillet and set them aside on a plate.

Make the Sauce

  • Add butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add onions and sauté for 5 to 7 minutes, or until tender.
  • Add garlic and sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 1 or 2 minutes until fragrant.
  • Whisk in the chicken broth, heavy cream, parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and lemon zest. Simmer the sauce for 2 or 3 minutes until thickened.
  • Return salmon filets to the skillet and spoon the sauce on top.

Simmer the Dish

  • Turn the heat to medium-low and continue to simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Garnish with freshly chopped basil and serve immediately.

Notes

Choose fresh salmon, pat it dry before seasoning, and avoid overcooking. Aim for an internal temperature of 125°F for medium-rare or 135°F for medium.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filetCalories: 526kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 41gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 140mgSodium: 712mgPotassium: 914mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1218IUVitamin C: 18mgCalcium: 238mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Salmon, seafood
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