Salmon Pasta Skillet
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this irresistible Salmon Pasta Skillet—a one-pan masterpiece that’s as delicious as it is easy to prepare! This creamy pasta dish combines tender, flaky salmon with al dente penne or linguine, coated in a rich garlic-Parmesan sauce. Juicy cherry tomatoes and fresh spinach add vibrant bursts of flavor and color, while a hint of lemon juice brightens the creamy base. Ready in just 40 minutes, this salmon pasta recipe is perfect for a quick family meal or an impressive dinner for guests. Garnished with fresh parsley and a sprinkle of Parmesan, this dish is a comfort food classic with a gourmet twist. Keywords: salmon pasta, skillet dinner, creamy pasta, easy one-pan recipe, garlic Parmesan sauce.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Salmon fillet (skinless, boneless)
- 12 oz Penne or linguine pasta
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 2 cups Spinach (fresh)
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 1 cup Chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp Lemon juice
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Black pepper
- 0.5 tsp Red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water and drain the rest. Set pasta aside.
Cut salmon fillet into bite-sized pieces (about 1-inch cubes) and season with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add salmon pieces and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until lightly golden and just cooked through. Remove salmon from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and butter. Once the butter is melted, add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add cherry tomatoes and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften and burst.
Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and heavy cream. Stir well, scraping any browned bits from the skillet. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Reduce heat to low and add Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, remaining salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Stir until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens slightly.
Add spinach to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes until wilted.
Return the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water to loosen it.
Gently fold the cooked salmon into the pasta mixture, taking care not to break the pieces.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately. For an extra touch, sprinkle more Parmesan cheese on top.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3836 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 261.8 g | 336% | |
| Saturated Fat | 122.9 g | 614% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 746 mg | 249% | |
| Sodium | 7403 mg | 322% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 134.0 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.4 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.5 g | ||
| Protein | 207.7 g | 415% | |
| Vitamin D | 64.7 mcg | 324% | |
| Calcium | 2821 mg | 217% | |
| Iron | 8.9 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 3100 mg | 66% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
