Pan-Seared Salmon with Creamy Garlic Shrimp Sauce

This best seafood dinner is a total date-night winner!

Ingredients :

2 salmon fillets (skinless or skin-on) – perfect for a restaurant-style salmon

Salt & freshly ground black pepper

1 teaspoon paprika

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 tablespoons butter

3 cloves garlic, minced – for that creamy garlic sauce magic

1/2 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined – hello juicy shrimp upgrade

1 cup heavy cream

1/2 cup chicken broth

1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

1 tablespoon fresh thyme (plus extra for garnish)

1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

1 teaspoon lemon juice

How to Make It :

Season & Sear the Salmon:

Pat the salmon dry and season with salt, pepper, and paprika for that bold restaurant-style salmon flavor. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear salmon 4–5 minutes per side until golden and crispy. This is your easy gourmet dinner move and a true date-night dinner idea. Remove and set aside.

Sauté the Shrimp:

In the same pan, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant. Add shrimp and cook 2–3 minutes per side until pink and juicy—this step brings that best seafood combo energy and serious creamy garlic sauce vibes for a quick weeknight win.

Build the Creamy Sauce:

Pour in chicken broth and let it reduce slightly, scraping up all those flavorful bits (that’s your chef-level flavor boost). Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, and thyme. Simmer until thickened into the ultimate luxury cream sauce and comfort food classic.

Bring It All Together:

Add lemon juice and parsley, then return salmon to the skillet. Spoon the rich shrimp sauce over the top and simmer for 2–3 minutes. This transforms everything into the best creamy salmon recipe and a total family favorite dinner.

Garnish & Serve:

Sprinkle extra thyme and parsley on top for that fresh pop. Serve hot with rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted veggies for the ultimate easy family dinner and crowd-pleasing meal idea.

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes | serving : 2 person

Calories: ~620 per serving | Protein: ~45g per serving