Rich, bold, and deeply satisfying, this creamy Cajun salmon pasta brings together tender, seasoned salmon and a luxuriously smooth Parmesan cream sauce. With just the right touch of heat and plenty of joy & comfort, it’s a cozy, restaurant-style dish made to impress. It’s an easy, comforting meal that feels special enough for company but simple enough for a weeknight dinner. Enjoy!
Bold flavor, simple steps, and that homemade comfort as only a GoodPlate.Co meal can deliver.
🧾 Introduction
Some meals don’t just feed your body, they fill your heart with joy. This creamy Cajun salmon pasta is an easy weeknight dinner/summer meal/meal prep, and tastes like you paid for a gourmet meal. Comforting • Bold • Restaurant-Worthy. Full of the kind of comfort that only a home-cooked GoodPlate delivers.
Now, this is a staple in my rotation — simple enough for a weeknight, yet bold enough to serve when company drops by. Every bite hits that perfect balance of sweet & savory, heart, and happiness.
🕒 Quick Facts
| Prep Time | 10 mins |
| Cook Time | 30 mins |
| Total Time | 40 mins |
| Servings | 4 |
| Difficulty | Easy |
🧂 Ingredients
- 2 salmon fillets
- 8 oz fettuccine or linguine
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 5 Cherry tomatoes cut in half (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
The Sauce
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Lemon zest/wedges (optional)
- Make this sauce seasoned to taste. Makes about 1 cup of sauce and is ready in about 5 minutes.
The Sides
- Roasted/steamed vegetables
- Freshly prepared salad
- Garlic bread
👩🍳 Bringing It All Together
- Open your heart to love and gratitude. Turn on your favorite music. Wash your hands, clean, rinse the salmon fillets, and pat dry. Rewash your hands before touching your seasoning containers.
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions and reserve ½ cup of the pasta water.
- Season salmon with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear salmon 3–4 minutes per side until cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic for 30 seconds.
- Add cream, Parmesan, halved cherries (optional), paprika, and red pepper flakes. Stir as needed. Simmer until slightly thickened.
- Toss pasta with sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed
- Plate the pasta, and place a salmon fillet on top.
- Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
- Finally, plate a goodplate, serve warm, and enjoy a dish that never disappoints — gourmet flavor made at home with love.
💡 Tips & Variations
- Gluten-free option: Use certified gluten-free products and double-check the labels of your sauce and spices.
- Meal prep: Assemble ahead and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking.
- Add lemon zest or lemon juice to salmon.
- You can also flake the salmon and gently fold in the pasta.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
Serve hot with your choice of sides: Roasted or steamed vegetables. Add a fresh, crisp salad for cool balance, a light, refreshing beverage, and garlic bread.
❄️ Storage & Reheating
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven at 325°F or in a skillet over low heat until it smells irresistible, about 20 minutes. You’ll have time to set the table, light some candles, and don’t forget your favorite chill music.
💬 Final Bite
Savory, comforting • bold • restaurant-worthy brings warmth, joy— this recipe delivers every single time. It’s a GoodPlate.Co favorite because it’s simple, satisfying, and always a crowd-pleaser. When you make it, tag @GoodPlate.Co — we’d love to see your plate!