Description
Marry Me Salmon is a delightful and impressive dish that combines the rich flavors of salmon with a creamy sauce, perfect for special occasions or a romantic dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper, then sear them in the skillet for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove the salmon from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth, heavy cream, and Dijon mustard, stirring to combine.
- Add dried thyme and Parmesan cheese, mixing until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Return the salmon to the skillet, spooning some sauce over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter version, you can substitute heavy cream with Greek yogurt.
- Serve with a side of vegetables or over a bed of rice for a complete meal.
- This dish pairs well with white wine.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking and Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with sauce
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Marry Me Salmon, salmon recipe, romantic dinner, impressive dish