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Creamy One Pot Salmon Pasta - Easy Weeknight Seafood Dinner

This creamy one pot salmon pasta is the ultimate solution for busy weeknights when you want a restaurant-quality meal without the fuss. Everything cooks together in a single skillet, creating a rich, velvety sauce that clings perfectly to every strand of pasta while the salmon becomes incredibly tender.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 520
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 lb salmon fillets, skin removed, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 8 oz fettuccine or linguine pasta
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp dried dill
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 lemon, juiced

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  2. Add the pasta to the skillet along with vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is al dente.
  3. Season salmon pieces with salt, pepper, and paprika. Nestle the salmon into the pasta, then pour the heavy cream over everything. Cover and cook for 5-7 minutes until salmon is cooked through and flakes easily.
  4. Stir in Parmesan cheese, dried dill, and lemon juice. The sauce will thicken as the cheese melts. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of vegetable broth to reach your desired consistency.
  5. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately. The creamy sauce pairs beautifully with the tender salmon and perfectly cooked pasta.

Notes

Choose fresh, wild-caught salmon fillets for best flavor. Don't overcook the salmon - it should be just opaque and flake easily. Add spinach, cherry tomatoes, or peas during last few minutes for extra nutrition. Can use frozen salmon if thawed completely first.