Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp & Seared Salmon – Easy Tips
Ingredients
2 salmon fillets
½ lb (225 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup chicken or seafood broth
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp paprika
½ tsp Italian seasoning
1 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Season the salmon fillets with salt, pepper, and paprika.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear the salmon for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté the garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the shrimp and cook for 2–3 minutes until pink and tender.
Pour in the broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Let the sauce simmer for 3–4 minutes.
Stir in Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and lemon juice until the sauce becomes creamy and smooth.
Return the salmon to the pan and spoon the creamy garlic sauce over the top.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.