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Creamy Spinach Smothered Salmon
This Creamy Spinach Smothered Salmon features perfectly cooked salmon fillets seasoned with aromatic herbs, nestled in a rich spinach and garlic cream sauce. This easy and flavor-packed recipe is a great way to upgrade your weeknight meal rotation.
5
32 min
TOTAL TIME
592
CALORIES
$4.54
PER SERVING
Ingredients
Directions
14 STEPS
10 min
PREP TIME
22 min
COOK TIME
32 min
TOTAL TIME
1
Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels.
2
In a small bowl, mix together salt, black pepper, and paprika.
3
Season salmon fillets evenly with the spice mix.
4
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter.
5
Add olive oil into the pan and stir.
6
Place salmon fillets in the skillet in a single layer, skin side down. Cook for 4-5 minutes until the skin is crispy and easily releases.
7
Carefully flip the salmon fillets and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the salmon is cooked through. Avoid overcooking.
8
Transfer salmon to a plate and cover with foil to keep warm.
9
In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon of butter and minced garlic. Cook over medium heat for about 1 minute until fragrant.
10
Add chicken broth to the skillet and let it simmer for 5 minutes until reduced by half
11
Stir in baby spinach leaves and cook for about 1 minute until wilted.
12
Add heavy cream, cream cheese, dried basil, and dried oregano to the skillet. Stir until the cream cheese is fully incorporated and the sauce is smooth.
13
Place the salmon fillets back into the skillet and spoon the creamy spinach sauce over the salmon.
14
Serve the Creamy Spinach Smothered Salmon immediately with your favorite side dish.
Health Info
Macros
6g
CARBS
43g
FAT
42g
PROTEIN
Allowed on these diets
GLUTEN FREE
KETO
MEDITERRANEAN
LOW CARB
Contains these allergens
MILK
FISH
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