Marry Me Salmon (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Seared Salmon
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4 skinless salmon fillets
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon oregano
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
→ Cream Sauce
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3 tablespoons unsalted butter
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1/2 tablespoon minced garlic
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1 cup heavy cream
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1/2 cup chicken broth
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1 teaspoon lemon juice
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2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
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1/2 to 3/4 cup grated parmesan, to taste
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Salt and black pepper to taste
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1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
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2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
# Instructions:
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Lay salmon fillets on a plate. Drizzle with olive oil and season with Italian seasoning, salt, garlic powder, oregano, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
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Heat oiled skillet over medium-high heat. Cook salmon 3 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Reduce heat to low and cook through. Remove from pan.
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In the same pan over medium heat, melt butter and sauté garlic for 1-2 minutes.
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Add heavy cream, chicken broth, and lemon juice. Simmer 2-3 minutes. Whisk in cream cheese and parmesan until sauce thickens. Season with salt and pepper.
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Stir in basil and parsley. Return salmon to pan and warm in the sauce for 1-2 minutes before serving.
# Notes:
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Perfect quick dinner ready in under 30 minutes
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Can add sautéed onions to the sauce if desired
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Adjust parmesan amount to preferred sauce thickness