Marry Me Salmon 

This rich and flavorful dish features succulent salmon fillets simmered in a creamy, spicy sun-dried tomato sauce. With its combination of tender fish and a zesty, herbed sauce, it's a delightful option for a romantic dinner or a special occasion. Despite its gourmet taste, it comes together in just 40 minutes, making it both impressive and practical.

Full Recipe:

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 chopped sun dried tomatoes

• 5 garlic cloves, minced

• ½ cup freshly shredded Parmesan cheese

• Fresh basil, for garnish

Directions

1. Prepare the Seasoning Mix: In a small bowl, combine dried basil, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.

2. Season the Salmon: Rub half of the seasoning mix evenly over both sides of the salmon fillets.

3. Sear the Salmon: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned salmon fillets and sear for about 5 minutes on each side, or until cooked to your desired doneness. Remove the salmon from the skillet and set aside.

4. Prepare the Sauce: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Sauté over low heat for 1–2 minutes.

5. Deglaze the Pan: Pour in the chicken stock, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.

6. Add Cream and Cheese: Stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and the remaining seasoning mix.

7. Simmer: Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the sauce simmer for 10–15 minutes, or until it thickens to your liking.

8. Combine Salmon and Sauce: Return the seared salmon fillets to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them. Cook for an additional 3–5 minutes, depending on your preferred level of doneness.

9. Serve: Garnish with fresh basil and serve hot.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: Approximately 450 kcal

• Protein: 35g

• Fat: 30g

• Carbohydrates: 10g

• Fiber: 1g

• Sugar: 3g

• Sodium: 800mg