This rich and creamy garlic butter salmon pasta is the perfect combination of tender salmon, silky sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta. It’s a quick and elegant dish that’s ready in under 30 minutes!
Ingredients:
250g (9 oz) pasta (linguine, fettuccine, or spaghetti)
2 salmon fillets (skinless, boneless)
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
½ cup (120 ml) chicken or vegetable broth
½ cup (50g) Parmesan cheese, grated
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 tablespoon lemon juice
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt & black pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions:
Cook the Pasta:
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
Cook the Salmon:
Season salmon fillets with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Cook the salmon for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden and flaky.
Remove from the pan and set aside.
Make the Sauce:
In the same pan, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
Pour in broth, lemon juice, and heavy cream, stirring to combine.
Add Parmesan cheese, red pepper flakes, and lemon zest, stirring until smooth.
Combine Everything:
Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat.
If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water.
Flake the salmon into bite-sized pieces and gently mix into the pasta.
Serve & Enjoy:
Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan.
Serve immediately and enjoy your creamy garlic butter salmon pasta! 