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How to Make Blackened Salmon Pasta - A Step-by-Step Guide

Blackened salmon pasta is a delicious and healthy dish that combines the bold flavors of blackened salmon with the creamy goodness of pasta. This recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, and it's sure to impress your family and friends with its rich and savory flavors.

The key to this dish is the blackened seasoning, which adds a spicy kick to the tender, flaky salmon. The heat of the blackened seasoning is perfectly balanced by the creamy pasta and bright, fres...

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Ingredients

  • 6 (4 ounce) skin-on salmon fillets
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 ½ tablespoons ground paprika
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • ¾ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¾ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon ground white pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon dried basil
  • ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 (16 ounce) package linguine pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil, or as needed
  • 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 1 (8 ounce) package baby bella mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 medium green bell pepper, sliced
  • ½ cup finely chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups half-and-half
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Set salmon fillets on a plate with flesh-sides up; brush the tops with melted butter.
  • Combine paprika, brown sugar, cayenne pepper, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, black pepper, white pepper, basil, and thyme for seasoning in a small bowl. Sprinkle seasoning evenly over top of the salmon fillets, then lightly press the spices down onto the fish.
  • Heat a cast iron skillet over medium heat. When the pan is hot, place salmon, flesh-side down, into the skillet. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, then carefully flip. Continue to cook until salmon flakes easily with a fork, 5 to 6 more minutes. Remove to a plate and keep warm.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook linguine at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain and transfer to a large bowl. Toss with olive oil to keep it from sticking together.
  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms, bell peppers, onion, and garlic; saute until vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to remove vegetable mixture from the pan and add it to the bowl with the linguine.
  • Drain the excess liquid from the saucepan. Add remaining 6 tablespoons butter to the pan and reduce heat to medium. Stir in half-and-half, Cajun seasoning, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Cook, stirring occasionally, until thick and bubbly, about 10 minutes. Gradually stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and sauce has thickened.
  • Pour sauce over the linguine and vegetable mixture. Add tomatoes and toss to combine.
  • Serve pasta in bowls topped with blackened salmon, removing the skin, if desired. Garnish with parsley.

    • Nutrition

    770 cal.

    • Total Fat: 40g
    • Saturated Fat: 21g
    • Cholesterol: 138mg
    • Sodium: 816mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 67g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 39g
    • Vitamin C: 47mg
    • Calcium: 280mg
    • Iron: 8mg
    • Potassium: 1005mg

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