Description

This Blackened Salmon Stuffed with Spinach and Parmesan is a bold, flavor-packed dish featuring juicy salmon fillets filled with creamy spinach and cheese, then seared with a smoky, spicy blackened seasoning – perfect for a gourmet dinner at home.

Ingredients

For the Salmon:

4 salmon fillets (skinless, about 1.5 inches thick)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil

For the Filling:

2 cups fresh spinach
1/2 cup shredded or grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons cream cheese
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon butter

For the Blackened Seasoning Rub:

1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt

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Instructions

Prepare the filling: In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds. Add spinach and cook until wilted. Stir in cream cheese and Parmesan until creamy. Let cool slightly.
Stuff the salmon: Slice a pocket into the side of each salmon fillet. Fill with spinach-parmesan mixture.
Season the salmon: Combine all blackened seasoning ingredients. Rub over both sides of each stuffed fillet.
Cook the salmon: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear salmon for 4–5 minutes per side, or until cooked through and lightly blackened.
Serve: Let rest briefly. Serve with lemon wedges or a light side salad.

Notes

Secure filling with toothpicks if needed.
Use an oven-safe skillet to finish salmon in the oven if it’s thick.
Great with rice, quinoa, or roasted vegetables.