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Garlic Butter Salmon Pasta - Easy Weeknight Dinner Recipe

This restaurant-quality garlic butter salmon pasta comes together in under 30 minutes with tender flaky salmon, al dente pasta, and a rich buttery garlic sauce. It's the perfect quick weeknight meal that feels special enough for company, delivering impressive results with minimal effort.
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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
  • 8 oz linguine or fettuccine pasta
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  2. Season salmon with salt and pepper. Heat 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Cook salmon for 4-5 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add remaining butter and garlic. Cook for 1 minute, or until fragrant.
  5. Add chicken broth and lemon juice to the skillet. Bring to a simmer.
  6. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Cook for 2-3 minutes, until sauce thickens slightly.
  7. Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
  8. Flake the cooked salmon into large chunks and gently fold into the pasta.
  9. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

For extra flavor, use the rendered fat from cooking the salmon in your sauce. Don't overcook the salmon - it will continue to cook slightly when added back to the hot pasta. If you prefer a creamier sauce, add an extra tablespoon of heavy cream.