🍣🍝 Creamy Salmon Pasta with Seared Lamb Chops

🍣🍝 Creamy Salmon Pasta with Seared Lamb Chops

🍣🍝 Creamy Salmon Pasta with Seared Lamb Chops

Rich, comforting, and restaurant-worthy — a creamy tomato Alfredo pasta topped with perfectly seared salmon and served with lamb chops on the side.

This meal came straight from a “feed that man” request 😌 — and it delivered. Tender salmon, creamy sun-dried tomato Alfredo, fresh spinach, and fettuccine noodles come together for a dish that feels elevated but is easy enough for home.

Paired with seared lamb chops finished in raspberry walnut vinaigrette, this plate is bold, flavorful, and perfect for date night or Sunday dinner.

⏱ Recipe Snapshot

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes

  • Cook Time: 25 minutes

  • Total Time: ~40 minutes

  • Servings: 4–6

🛒 Ingredients

Salmon

  • 1 slab salmon, cut into ~6 pieces

  • Olive oil, for drizzling

  • LA Spicy Creole seasoning (or Cajun seasoning)

Pasta & Sauce

  • Fettuccine noodles

  • 1 pint heavy whipping cream

  • Sun-dried tomatoes + oil

  • Cherry tomatoes, halved

  • 1–2 tbsp tomato paste

  • Fresh spinach

  • Red onion, sliced

  • Garlic, minced

  • Seasonings (garlic powder, paprika, Cajun or Italian blend)

Lamb Chops (Side)

  • Lamb chops

  • Raspberry Walnut Vinaigrette (for searing/finishing)

  • Optional seasoning: salt, pepper, garlic powder

👩🏽🍳 Instructions

1. Season & Sear the Salmon

Drizzle salmon pieces with olive oil and season generously with LA Spicy Creole seasoning.

Sear in a skillet over medium heat until:

  • Golden on both sides

  • Cooked through but still tender

Remove and set aside.

2. Cook the Pasta

Boil fettuccine according to package directions.
Drain and reserve a little pasta water if needed.

3. Build the Alfredo Sauce

In a large skillet:

  1. Sauté red onion and garlic in oil from the sun-dried tomatoes.

  2. Add cherry tomatoes and tomato paste. Cook until softened.

  3. Pour in heavy whipping cream and stir.

  4. Add sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach.

  5. Season to taste and let simmer until creamy.

4. Combine Pasta & Sauce

Add cooked fettuccine to the sauce.
Toss until noodles are fully coated and creamy.

5. Top with Salmon

Plate the pasta and place seared salmon pieces on top.

6. Make the Lamb Chops

Season lamb chops if desired.
Sear in a skillet, finishing with Raspberry Walnut Vinaigrette for a sweet, tangy glaze.

Cook to preferred doneness and serve alongside the pasta.

🍽 Serving Suggestions

  • Garlic bread or toasted baguette

  • Caesar or house salad

  • Roasted asparagus or broccoli

🔥 Flavor Tip

Use the oil from the sun-dried tomatoes to sauté your veggies — it adds depth and richness to the sauce.

🧡 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Creamy + savory + slightly tangy

  • Perfect for date night or special dinners

  • Restaurant feel, home kitchen effort

  • Surf & turf energy without the stress

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