Description
Indulge in a flavorful and creamy dish with this Blackened Salmon and Broccoli Alfredo recipe. Perfectly seasoned salmon fillets are paired with a rich Alfredo sauce tossed with steamed broccoli and pasta, creating a satisfying meal that is both delicious and easy to make.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Salmon:
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each)
- 2 tablespoons blackened seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the Alfredo Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 ounces cooked fettuccine or pasta of choice
Additional:
- 3 cups broccoli florets, steamed
Instructions
- Season the Salmon: Evenly coat salmon fillets with blackened seasoning.
- Cook the Salmon: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook salmon for 4-5 minutes per side until blackened and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Prepare the Alfredo Sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Combine Ingredients: Add steamed broccoli and cooked pasta to the sauce, tossing to coat evenly.
- Serve: Place the blackened salmon atop the broccoli Alfredo pasta and enjoy!
Notes
- Use fresh blackened seasoning or a store-bought blend for best flavor.
- Steam broccoli until just tender to maintain a nice texture.
- For a lighter sauce, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing, Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with pasta and broccoli
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 4 grams
- Sodium: 780 milligrams
- Fat: 38 grams
- Saturated Fat: 17 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 35 grams
- Fiber: 4 grams
- Protein: 42 grams
- Cholesterol: 135 milligrams
