Creamy Salmon Pasta
This Creamy Salmon Pasta recipe offers a rich and flavorful dish featuring tender salmon flaked into a creamy sauce, tossed with your favorite pasta. It’s a comforting and satisfying meal perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (fettuccine, linguine, or penne recommended)
- 2 (6 oz) salmon fillets, skin on or off
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Optional: Handful of fresh spinach leaves
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
- While pasta cooks, season salmon fillets with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add salmon, skin-side down if applicable, and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until cooked through and flaky. Remove salmon from skillet, flake it into large pieces, and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Pour in white wine (or broth) and bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Reduce liquid by half, about 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Reduce heat to low and stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet with the sauce. Toss to coat. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water until desired consistency.
- Gently fold in flaked salmon, chopped parsley, and lemon juice. If using, add spinach and stir until wilted.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use good quality Parmesan cheese.
- Adjust the amount of lemon juice to your preference.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days.
- If reheating, you may need to add a splash of milk or broth to loosen the sauce.
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