Description
A decadent one-pan salmon bake featuring a rich Parmesan cream sauce and fresh baby spinach. Perfect for a healthy yet indulgent dinner.
Ingredients
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- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400F (200C).
- Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat butter in an oven-proof skillet over medium-high heat; sear salmon for 3-4 minutes per side until golden.
- Remove salmon from the pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds, then add baby spinach and cook until wilted.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese and lemon juice until the sauce is smooth.
- Place salmon fillets back into the sauce, spooning some over the top.
- Bake in the oven for 8-12 minutes until the salmon is cooked through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American