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Close-up of pan-seared salmon fillets in a creamy Tuscan sauce with spinach and sun-dried tomatoes.

Creamy Tuscan Salmon

This creamy Tuscan salmon is a flavorful skillet dinner featuring perfectly seared salmon in a rich garlic cream sauce with spinach and sun dried tomatoes. It delivers a restaurant style meal using simple ingredients and comes together quickly for an easy weeknight option that feels elevated and satisfying.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 560
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 salmon fillets about 6 ounces each
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup sun dried tomatoes chopped
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

  1. Pat salmon dry and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place salmon skin side down and cook for 4 to 5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Stir in sun dried tomatoes and cook for 1 minute.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, then bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Add parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning, stirring until the sauce thickens slightly.
  7. Add spinach and cook until wilted.
  8. Return salmon to the skillet and spoon sauce over the top. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until heated through.
  9. Cook fish to an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit for safe consumption.

Notes

Serve over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes to soak up the creamy sauce.