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One Pot Creamy Salmon Pasta: The Ultimate 20-Minute Weeknight Dinner

This one pot creamy salmon pasta combines tender flaky salmon with perfectly cooked pasta in a rich, creamy garlic sauce that comes together in just one skillet. You'll have dinner on the table in under 20 minutes with minimal cleanup, making it perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 580
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 12 oz. salmon fillets, skin removed
  • 8 oz. linguine or fettuccine pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried dill
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced
  • 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Pat salmon dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper. Cut into 1-inch cubes.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add salmon cubes and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until lightly browned but not fully cooked through. Remove salmon from skillet and set aside.
  3. Add minced garlic to the same skillet and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in broth and bring to a simmer.
  4. Break pasta in half and add to the skillet. Cook according to package directions, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  5. When pasta is al dente, reduce heat to medium-low. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, dried dill, and red pepper flakes if using.
  6. Return the salmon to the skillet along with any accumulated juices. Cook for 2-3 more minutes until salmon is fully cooked and sauce has thickened slightly.
  7. Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, and fresh parsley. Season with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Notes

Use fresh salmon fillets rather than frozen for best texture. The sauce will thicken as it sits - if it becomes too thick, add a tablespoon of broth or cream. Salmon continues cooking in the hot sauce, so remove it from the pan when it's still slightly underdone.