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Marry Me Salmon

Rachel AnneRecipe By Rachel Anne |Updated 2025-09-08 |2 Comments
Marry Me Salmon
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Marry Me Salmon

PREP10 min
COOK25 min

This Marry Me Salmon recipe delivers tender salmon baked in a creamy sun-dried tomato sauce—irresistibly delicious, quick, and perfect for impressing any guest!

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4SERVINGS

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. 1
    Pat salmon dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
  2. 2
    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high and sear salmon for 2-3 minutes per side, until lightly golden. Remove salmon and set aside.
  3. 3
    Reduce heat to medium. Sauté garlic and sun-dried tomatoes in the same pan for about 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  4. 4
    Add heavy cream, chicken broth, Italian herbs, and red pepper flakes. Stir and simmer for 2-3 minutes, until sauce begins to thicken.
  5. 5
    Stir in parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  6. 6
    Return salmon to skillet, spoon sauce over top, and cover. Simmer on low for 5-7 minutes, or until salmon is cooked to your liking.
  7. 7
    Garnish with chopped basil or parsley and serve immediately.

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