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Creamy Tuscan Salmon

Creamy Tuscan Salmon

This creamy Tuscan salmon is a rich one-skillet dinner with tender salmon fillets, garlic, spinach, tomatoes, Parmesan, and a smooth cream sauce. It feels restaurant-style but is simple enough for a weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 545
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 salmon fillets about 6 ounces each
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 cups baby spinach
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or basil
  • Lemon wedges optional for serving

Method
 

  1. Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels.
  2. Season salmon with 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add salmon and sear for 3 to 4 minutes per side, depending on thickness.
  5. Transfer salmon to a plate.
  6. Reduce heat to medium. Add butter to the skillet.
  7. Add garlic and cherry tomatoes. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring often.
  8. Add broth and scrape up browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
  9. Stir in heavy cream and Italian seasoning. Simmer gently for 2 to 3 minutes.
  10. Add Parmesan and stir until melted.
  11. Add spinach and cook until just wilted.
  12. Return salmon to the skillet and spoon sauce over the top.
  13. Simmer gently until salmon reaches 145°F in the thickest part or flakes easily with a fork.
  14. Garnish with parsley or basil and serve with lemon wedges if desired.

Notes

  • Use similar-sized salmon fillets so they cook evenly.
  • Keep the sauce at a gentle simmer after adding cream.
  • Freshly grated Parmesan melts better than pre-shredded cheese.
  • Add spinach near the end so it stays bright.
  • Reheat leftovers gently over low heat with a splash of broth or cream.
Nutrition Per Serving – Approximate
Calories: 545
Protein: 39g
Fat: 41g
Carbs: 7g