Description
Rich, creamy, and irresistible—this salmon dish gets its name for good reason. With a luxurious garlic-Parmesan cream sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, and a kiss of spice, it’s the kind of meal that makes hearts (and taste buds) swoon. One bite and you’ll see why it’s love at first taste.
Ingredients
3–4 salmon fillets, skin removed
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp dried basil
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
½ tsp dried thyme
¾ tsp red pepper flakes
¼ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
1 cup unsalted chicken stock
½ cup heavy cream
⅓ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
5 garlic cloves, minced
½ cup freshly shredded Parmesan cheese
Fresh basil, for garnish
Instructions
Season the Salmon
Mix basil, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Rub evenly over the salmon fillets.
Sear the Salmon
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Sear salmon for 3–4 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside.
Make the Sauce
In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook until fragrant (1 minute).
Pour in chicken stock and bring to a simmer. Stir in heavy cream and sun-dried tomatoes. Simmer 2–3 minutes.
Add Cheese & Finish
Stir in Parmesan until melted. Return salmon to the pan and simmer gently for 3–4 minutes to heat through.
Serve
Spoon sauce over salmon, garnish with fresh basil, and serve warm.
Notes
Creamy, dreamy, and packed with flavor—this salmon could win hearts at first bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 460 per serving
- Fat: 34g per serving
- Carbohydrates: 5g per serving
- Fiber: 1g per serving
- Protein: 32g per serving