Creamy Tuscan Salmon Recipe
Creamy Tuscan Salmon is a quick and flavorful dinner made with pan-seared salmon in a rich garlic cream sauce. Loaded with spinach and sun-dried tomatoes, this easy salmon recipe is perfect for busy weeknights. Ready in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh salmon cut into 4 pieces
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Flour for dredging
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 –2 cups fresh baby spinach
Optional:
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil thinly sliced
- Freshly grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Pat the salmon dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Lightly dredge each salmon piece in flour and shake off any excess.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the salmon and cook for 3–4 minutes per side until golden with a crisp crust. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Add the chicken broth, lemon juice, and sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet. Let the mixture simmer for 2 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream and cook for another 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low and stir in the spinach. Cook until wilted.
- Return the salmon to the skillet and continue cooking until the salmon is fully cooked and the creamy Tuscan salmon sauce thickens.
- Garnish with fresh basil and parmesan cheese before serving if desired.
Notes
- Use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
- Chicken broth keeps this recipe halal-friendly while still adding deep flavor.
- Add red pepper flakes for a little heat.
- Fresh basil adds brightness and balances the richness of the sauce.