Description
Creamy Tuscan Salmon is a flavorful and elegant skillet dish featuring tender salmon fillets cooked to perfection in a rich, creamy sauce with sun-dried tomatoes, fresh spinach, and fragrant basil. This easy-to-make recipe combines savory and tangy notes, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon
- 1 pound fresh salmon (cut into 4 pieces)
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Flour (for dredging)
For Cooking & Sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/2 cup chicken broth or dry white wine
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes (see note)
- 1 cup heavy/whipping cream
- 1-2 cups (packed) fresh baby spinach
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil (sliced thin)
- Freshly grated parmesan cheese (for serving)
Instructions
- Prep the salmon: Season the salmon pieces on both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Dredge each piece lightly in flour to create a coating that will help achieve a nice crust when cooked.
- Cook the salmon: Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. When hot, add the salmon pieces and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until a golden crust forms, but the salmon is not fully cooked inside. Remove the salmon from the skillet and set aside.
- Prepare the sauce base: Into the same skillet, add chicken broth (or dry white wine), lemon juice, and sun-dried tomatoes. Allow the mixture to bubble gently for a couple of minutes to blend the flavors and reduce slightly.
- Add cream: Stir in the heavy cream and cook for a few more minutes, letting the sauce thicken and become creamy.
- Add spinach and finish cooking salmon: Reduce heat to medium-low, add the fresh baby spinach to the skillet, and let it wilt for about 30 seconds. Return the salmon pieces to the skillet, cook for a few additional minutes until the salmon is cooked through and the sauce has thickened to your liking.
- Serve: Garnish the creamy Tuscan salmon with thinly sliced fresh basil and freshly grated parmesan cheese. Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
- Sun-dried tomatoes can be rehydrated in warm water if too dry or packed in oil for richer flavor.
- Use chicken broth for a milder sauce or dry white wine for added depth.
- Be careful not to overcook the salmon to maintain moistness.
- This dish pairs well with pasta, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the creamy sauce.