Description
A restaurant-quality dish featuring perfectly cooked salmon fillets filled with a creamy spinach and cheese mixture, delivering bold flavors and a smoky, crispy exterior.
Ingredients
- 4 skinless salmon fillets
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat, then sauté the garlic and spinach until wilted.
- Remove from heat and mix in cream cheese and Parmesan until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
- Carefully slice each salmon fillet horizontally to create a pocket, making sure not to cut all the way through.
- Stuff each fillet with the spinach and cheese mixture.
- In a small bowl, mix paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt.
- Rub the seasoning blend over the top of each fillet.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the salmon for 2–3 minutes per side until a dark, flavorful crust forms.
- Transfer the salmon to the oven and bake for 10–12 minutes until fully cooked.
- Serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges for a bright finish.
Notes
Use a sharp knife when cutting the pocket and avoid overstuffing the salmon to prevent leaking. Let the salmon rest for a couple of minutes after baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American