Creamy Salmon Pasta Recipe
This creamy salmon pasta is a perfect blend of flaky salmon, al dente pasta, and a rich, garlicky parmesan cream sauce. A quick and delicious meal!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2-3 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner, Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian, Seafood
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti, fettuccine, or penne)
- 2 salmon fillets (skinless, boneless)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup parmesan cheese (grated)
- ½ cup chicken broth (or pasta water)
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain and set aside.
- Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Cook salmon for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and flaky. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream, chicken broth, and parmesan cheese. Stir and simmer until the sauce thickens.
- Add lemon juice and red pepper flakes, then return cooked pasta to the pan. Toss to coat.
- Flake the salmon and gently mix it into the pasta.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Use smoked salmon for a richer flavor.
- Substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version.
- Add spinach or cherry tomatoes for extra freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
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