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Blackened Salmon and Broccoli Alfredo

Blackened Salmon and Broccoli Alfredo is a creamy fettucini alfredo with tender broccoli florets and sauteed onions, topped with seasoned salmon bites that have been cooked in an air fryer. It's a satisfying meal for both pasta and seafood lovers alike!

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 1085 kcal
Course: Main Course , Dinner

Ingredients

Pasta
  • 8 ounces fettuccini pasta
  • 1 pound fresh broccoli, cut into small pieces
Salmon
  • 1 pound salmon, pat dry, skin off, cut into 1-inch bites
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon blackened seasoning
Alfredo
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
  • 1 ½ cups (357 g) heavy whipping cream
  • 1 cup (100 g) parmesan cheese, shredded, plus extra for garnish
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, cubed
  • 1 tablespoon blackened seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • Parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions

Pasta
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  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add pasta and cook al dente, according to package directions (8-10 minutes).
  2. In the final 3-4 minutes of boiling the pasta, add the broccoli.
  3. When done, reserve 1 cup of pasta water and drain the rest. Set aside.
Salmon
  1. While the pasta is cooking, prepare the salmon. Preheat air fryer to 390°F.*
  2. To a medium bowl, add salmon bites, olive oil, and blackened seasoning. Toss the salmon bites gently to coat.
  3. Place the salmon bites in an even layer in the basket of your air fryer. (Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may have to work in batches; do not overcrowd.) Air fry for 8-9 minutes, flipping halfway through, or until the salmon reaches an internal temperature of 140-145°F. Place the cooked salmon in a bowl.
Alfredo
  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, add butter. Once the butter has melted, add onions and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until softened. Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
  2. Add heavy cream, parmesan, cream cheese, ½ cup of reserved pasta water, blackened seasoning, salt, and pepper. Whisk together until the cream cheese has melted and the mixture is creamy.
  3. To the sauce, add cooked pasta and broccoli, tossing to coat. (If you want a thinner sauce, add more reserved pasta water until the desired consistency is reached.)
  4. Top with salmon bites. Serve with additional parmesan cheese and parsley for garnish.

Notes

  • *Oven Instructions:
  • If you don't have an air fryer, cook the salmon in the oven.
  • Follow the recipe up to cooking in the air fryer.
  • Place the oven rack into the top position and preheat the oven to 400°F.
  • Place the seasoned salmon bites onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
  • Bake the salmon bites for about 16 minutes, flipping them over halfway through at around 7-8 minutes, or until the salmon reaches an internal temperature of 145°F.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1serving Calories 1085kcal (54%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 1085

% Daily Value*

Serving 1serving
Calories 1085kcal 54%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.