Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Feel free to substitute the heavy cream with coconut milk for a dairy-free option. If you want to add more greens, toss in a handful of spinach or kale just before serving.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper on both sides. Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the salmon fillets to the skillet, skin-side up, and sear for about 4 minutes until golden brown. Flip them over and cook for another 2 minutes. Remove the salmon from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon.
- Stir in the heavy cream, sun-dried tomatoes, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Let the mixture simmer for about 3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add the grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Return the salmon fillets to the skillet, spoon the sauce over them, and transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
I often think back to my abuela’s kitchen when making this dish; she taught me the importance of letting ingredients speak for themselves, and this salmon does just that.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International