Salmon with Creamy Cajun and Spinach Sauce

Looking for a delicious and easy-to-make dinner that will impress your taste buds? This Cajun Salmon with Creamy Spinach and Garlic Parmesan Sauce is a flavorful, one-pan dish perfect for weeknights or special occasions. The tender, flaky salmon is seasoned with bold Cajun spices and paired with a rich, garlicky spinach sauce. The savory Parmesan adds a touch of creaminess, making it a decadent yet healthy meal. Whether you’re a seafood lover or trying to eat more fish, this recipe will become a favorite at your table!

Like the Cajun and Lemon Pepper Salmon, this recipe is also keto-friendly and is another family favorite. 

Salmon with Creamy Cajun and Spinach Sauce

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: cajun, seafood

Servings: 4 people

Ingredients

Cajun Salmon

• 2 lbs Skinless Salmon Filet
• Italian seasoning
• Lemon Pepper
• Paprika
• Tony Chachere's Creole Seasoning
• olive oil

Spinach and Garlic Parmesan Sauce

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp butter
• 3 tbsp minced garlic
• 1 medium sliced red bell pepper
• 16 oz frozen spinach or 2 cups of fresh spinach
• 1 tsp Knorr Chicken Flavor Bouillon
• 2 tsp cajun seasoning (no salt)
• 1 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 2 cups milk
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 2 tsp parsley flakes (dried or fresh)

Instructions

Sauté Salmon

• Rinse salmon filet and pat dry.
• Using a cutting board, slice salmon into rectangular shapes or a manageable size for sautéing in a skillet.
• On both sides, sprinkle salmon with Italian seasoning, lemon pepper, paprika, and creole seasoning.
• On medium heat, drizzle olive oil in a nonstick skillet to help keep salmon from sticking.
• Once pan is hot, add two of the salmon fillets. Cook each side for 5 minutes, and move to a plate. Repeat steps for the remaining fillets.

Spinach and Cajun Cream Sauce

• On medium heat, in the same skillet, add butter, olive oil, and minced garlic.
• Add sliced bell pepper, spinach, chicken bouillon, tomato paste, cajun seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for approximately 7 minutes.
• Stir in heavy whipping cream, milk and parmesan cheese. Simmer for 7 minutes.
• Add salmon on top of sauce and sprinkle with parsley flakes.