Description
This Creamy Garlic Butter Tuscan Salmon is a rich and flavorful dish featuring tender salmon fillets seared to perfection, then simmered in a luscious garlic-infused cream sauce with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and Parmesan cheese. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner or an impressive meal for guests.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon
- 4 salmon fillets, skinless
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Sauce
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 3 cups baby spinach
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Season the Salmon: Season the salmon fillets evenly with salt and pepper on both sides to enhance their natural flavor.
- Sear the Salmon: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the salmon fillets for 4-5 minutes per side, or until they reach your preferred doneness. Remove the fillets from the skillet and set them aside.
- Sauté Garlic: In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Prepare the Sauce: Stir in the heavy cream, chicken broth, sun-dried tomatoes, and dried Italian seasoning. Allow the sauce to gently simmer for 3-4 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Add Spinach and Cheese: Incorporate the baby spinach and grated Parmesan cheese into the sauce. Stir continuously until the spinach wilts and the cheese melts, creating a creamy texture.
- Combine Salmon and Sauce: Return the salmon fillets to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them. Let it simmer together for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the salmon to absorb the flavors.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle fresh parsley on top as a garnish and serve the dish hot for the best flavor experience.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth for a lighter flavor.
- Use fresh sun-dried tomatoes if possible for enhanced taste.
- Ensure not to overcook the salmon to keep it moist and tender.
- For a lower-fat version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Serve with crusty bread or over pasta to make it a more filling meal.
