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Creamy Cajun salmon in a skillet with garlic cream sauce, fresh parsley, and lemon slices

Creamy Cajun Salmon

This creamy Cajun salmon recipe brings together bold Cajun spices and a rich garlic cream sauce in one easy skillet meal. The salmon cooks until golden and tender, then simmers in a smooth, flavorful sauce with a hint of lemon for balance. It’s a quick 30-minute dinner that feels comforting and full of flavor, perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy homemade meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 salmon fillets
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • Lemon slices for serving

Method
 

  1. Season the salmon
  2. Pat salmon dry. Coat with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  3. Cook the salmon
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook salmon for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  5. Make the sauce
  6. In the same skillet, add garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Pour in chicken broth and stir. Add heavy cream and paprika. Let it simmer until slightly thick.
  7. Combine everything
  8. Add lemon juice. Return salmon to the skillet. Spoon sauce over the top.
  9. Finish and serve
  10. Sprinkle parsley and add lemon slices. Serve warm.