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Creamy Lemon Salmon Piccata Pasta Recipe

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This Creamy Lemon Salmon Piccata Pasta is a quick and delicious weeknight dinner combining tender salmon, zesty lemon, and a luscious creamy caper sauce, all tossed with your favorite pasta. It’s a perfect balance of rich and fresh flavors that’s hearty yet elegant.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 8 oz Pasta of choice

Salmon and Seasoning

  • 2 Salmon Filets
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil

Sauce

  • 1/4 cup Chicken Broth
  • 1/4 cup Heavy Cream
  • 2 tbsp Capers, drained
  • Zest of 1 Lemon
  • Juice of 1/2 Lemon
  • 2 tbsp Chopped Fresh Parsley
  • Grated Parmesan Cheese, for serving

Instructions

  1. Cook Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside.
  2. Prepare Salmon: Pat the salmon filets dry and season both sides with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, then add the salmon fillets. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side until salmon is cooked through and flakes easily. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Sauté Garlic: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  4. Deglaze and Build Sauce: Pour in the chicken broth and scrape the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon to release any browned bits, enhancing the flavor.
  5. Add Cream and Flavorings: Lower the heat to medium-low and stir in the heavy cream, capers, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes until it thickens slightly.
  6. Combine Salmon and Pasta: Flake the cooked salmon into bite-sized pieces and return them to the skillet. Add the cooked pasta and gently toss everything together, coating the pasta in the creamy lemon sauce evenly.
  7. Finish and Serve: Remove from heat, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top, and serve hot. Optionally, top with grated Parmesan cheese for extra richness.

Notes

  • Use any pasta shape you prefer, but long noodles like linguine or fettuccine work especially well.
  • If desired, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth for a lighter flavor.
  • Be careful not to overcook the salmon to keep it moist and tender.
  • For a dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream.
  • Capers add a salty, tangy bite—rinse them if you prefer a milder flavor.
  • Author: Daisy
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

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