Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Blackened Salmon Stuffed with Spinach & Parmesan, a dish that perfectly marries crispy blackened salmon with a creamy, cheesy spinach filling. This recipe is not only delicious but also quick and healthy, making it ideal for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. With just 30 minutes of cooking time, you can impress your family and friends with this gourmet meal at home. The rich flavors and satisfying textures are sure to make this dish a new favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 skinless salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Cook spinach in a skillet over medium heat until wilted (about 2-3 minutes). Drain excess liquid and mix with cream cheese, Parmesan, garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Create pockets in the salmon fillets using a sharp knife.
- Stuff each fillet generously with the spinach mixture.
- Season the stuffed fillets with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt.
- Sear in a skillet with olive oil over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes per side until blackened.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes or until cooked through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking and Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 110mg