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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 hassle of multiple pots and pans. In just 30 minutes, you'll have a luxurious seafood pasta that's rich, creamy, and packed with flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 520
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 12 oz salmon fillets, skin removed and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 8 oz fettuccine or linguine pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish
  • 1 lemon, cut into wedges

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  2. Add the pasta to the skillet along with vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is al dente.
  3. While pasta cooks, season salmon pieces with salt, pepper, and paprika. After pasta has cooked for 8 minutes, arrange salmon pieces on top of the pasta in a single layer.
  4. Pour heavy cream over the salmon and pasta. Sprinkle with dried dill. Cover and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce becomes creamy and well-combined. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of vegetable broth to reach your desired consistency.
  6. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the pasta.

Notes

Choose fresh salmon and pat dry before cooking. Don't overcook the salmon - it should be opaque and flake easily. Add spinach, cherry tomatoes, or peas during last 2 minutes for extra nutrition. Can substitute with cod, tilapia, or shrimp.