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To make this blackened salmon recipe, you need fresh salmon fillets, spinach, and Parmesan cheese. The salmon should be about six ounces each. You also need cream cheese, garlic, and spices like paprika and cayenne pepper. These spices give the dish its bold flavor. Salt and black pepper add more taste. You will also need olive oil for cooking and lemon wedges for serving.

Blackened Salmon Stuffed with Spinach and Parmesan Cheese

Elevate your dinner game with Blackened Salmon Stuffed with Spinach and Parmesan Cheese! This flavorful dish is easy to make and packed with nutrients, combining fresh salmon, a creamy spinach stuffing, and a perfectly blackened crust. In this guide, you’ll learn how to prepare the ingredients, master the cooking techniques, and pair it with delightful sides. Click through to explore this scrumptious recipe and impress your family tonight!
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Ingredients
  

4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)

2 cups fresh spinach, chopped

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

3 tablespoons cream cheese, softened

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon paprika

1 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1 teaspoon onion powder

1 teaspoon garlic powder

Salt and black pepper, to taste

2 tablespoons olive oil

Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions
 

Prepare the Spinach Filling: In a skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute), then add chopped spinach. Cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted. Remove from heat.

    Mix the Ingredients: In a bowl, combine the sautéed spinach, grated Parmesan, cream cheese, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well mixed and set aside.

      Prepare the Salmon: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Carefully make a slit on the side of each salmon fillet to create a pocket for stuffing.

        Stuff the Salmon: Generously fill each salmon pocket with the spinach and cheese mixture. Gently press the edges to secure the stuffing.

          Season and Cook the Salmon: In a small bowl, mix paprika, cayenne pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Rub this spice mix all over the stuffed salmon fillets.

            Sear the Salmon: Heat the remaining olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet and sear for about 3-4 minutes, until the skin is crispy.

              Bake the Salmon: Carefully transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake for an additional 10-12 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

                Serve: Remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for a couple of minutes. Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side.

                  Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes | Servings: 4

                    - Presentation Tips: Plate each stuffed salmon fillet alongside a fresh salad or some roasted vegetables. Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese and a slice of lemon for a pop of color.