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Creamy Tuscan Salmon - Restaurant Style One Pan Dinner

This creamy Tuscan salmon recipe brings the flavors of Italy right to your dinner table in under 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights, this one-pan wonder features tender salmon fillets swimming in a rich, garlicky cream sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 520
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each), skin removed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • Fresh basil for garnish

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Season the salmon fillets with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper on both sides.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add salmon fillets and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add sun-dried tomatoes and cook for another minute.
  4. Pour in chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits. Add heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
  5. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce thickens slightly. Add spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Return salmon fillets to the skillet, spooning the creamy sauce over them. Simmer for 2-3 minutes to heat through. Stir in lemon juice and garnish with fresh basil.

Notes

For the best results, pat your salmon fillets dry before seasoning to ensure a beautiful sear. Don't overcrowd the skillet - cook in batches if necessary. The sauce will thicken as it cools, so don't worry if it seems a bit thin initially.