As simple as it's tasty, this incredible Cajun Salmon Alfredo combines the robust spiciness of Cajun seasoned salmon with a creamy Alfredo sauce toss with pasta. Quick and easy to make, with distinctive flavors that will surprise and delight your family – what more could you want in a meal?
Why You Will Love This Recipe
Our version of this classic Cajun Salmon Alfredo includes the perfect combination of Cajun seasoned salmon and savory Alfredo sauce, and all brought together by subtly spiced mushrooms.
In just 30 minutes or less you can have a meal that packs a flavorful punch without requiring hours in the kitchen! Keep reading to learn how easy it is to whip up this delicious dish.
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Ingredients
Use your favorite ready made Alfredo Sauce to cut your preparation time dramatically. I used gemelli pasta as I love the twisty texture. Choose the pasta your family loves best.
For the Salmon and Cajun Pasta
- Pasta - any kind.
- Salmon filet - fresh or frozen.
- Cajun spice blend - your favorite brand, or use ingredients in the Cajun Spice Blend below.
- Onion - chopped.
- Garlic - minced.
- Mushrooms - sliced.
- Alfredo sauce - ready made.
- Green onions - sliced thin.
- Salt - to taste
- Pepper - to taste.
- Thyme - fresh minced.
Cajun Spice Blend
- Salt
- Garlic powder
- Smoked paprika
- Oregano
- Red chili flakes
- Onion powder
- Cayenne
- Thyme
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
How to Make Cajun Alfredo Salmon
Love seafood but finding it hard to think of something easy yet tasty and different? Then you need to try this delicious Cajun Salmon Alfredo! It's packed with flavor, yet simple enough for a weeknight dinner. Let's get cooking!
Season the Salmon
- Fill a Dutch oven pot ⅔ full of water and bring to a boil. Boil the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain with a colander and turn out into a bowl. Toss with a tablespoon of olive oil so pasta does not stick together.
- While pasta is cooking season both sides of the salmon filet.
- Bake or Air Fry the Salmon filet 350 F for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the center flakes.
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
Prepare the Mushrooms and Alfredo Sauce
- Keep your eye on the pasta and the salmon, but while they are cooking start the Alfredo sauce.
- While the salmon is baking, saute the onions, garlic, and mushrooms in a deep saute pan.
- Open the Alfredo sauce of choice, and empty into the saucepan of mushrooms & onions. Simmer for 5 minutes.
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
Putting It All Together
- Remove the baked salmon and set it on a plate to cool. Flake it with a fork into large chunks.
- Mix the cooked pasta, mushroom Alfredo sauce, and flaked seasoned salmon into a bowl, or the deep saucepan you used to cook the Alfredo sauce.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with the sliced green onions and some thyme leaves. Serve and enjoy!
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
Serving Suggestions
The combination of succulent salmon fillets seasoned in Cajun spices along with mushrooms and Alfredo sauce make this recipe special - there’s nothing quite like the comforting taste of home cooking!
Serve with our Air Fried Broccolini, Roasted Rainbow Carrots, or our Longhorn Brussels Sprouts for a satisfying meal!
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
Substitutions & Variations
Feel free to substitute any other firm fish, such as Sea Bass, Mahi Mahi, or Sable Fish. You can leave the pasta out, and spoon the Cajun Salmon Alfredo on rice or even potatoes.
Equipment
Equipment can have a big impact on how a recipe turns out. Below are some of my favorite pieces of equipment that I use when making this dish.
Storage
Cover and store any leftover Cajun pasta with salmon in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Tips for Success
- If you have an air fryer, you can cook the salmon while the pasta is boiling on the stove top.
Frequently Asked Questions
The USDA cautions: “do not rinse raw fish, seafood, meat, and poultry. Bacteria in these raw juices can splash and spread to other foods and surfaces. Cooking foods thoroughly will kill harmful bacteria.”
The easiest way to see if your salmon has finished cooking is to gently press down on the top of the fillet with a fork or your finger. If the flesh of the salmon flakes - meaning, it separates easily along the white lines that run across the fillet - it's finished cooking.
Food Safety
- Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
- Wash hands after touching raw meat
- Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
- Never leave cooking food unattended
- Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
- Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove
See more guidelines at USDA.gov.
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📖 Recipe
Cajun Salmon Alfredo
Equipment
Ingredients
- 12 oz pasta any kind
- 1 tablespoon olive oil to toss with the cooked pasta
- 1 lb salmon filet fresh or frozen
- 2 teaspoon Cajun spice blend ingredients listed below, or use your favorite brand
- ½ medium onion chopped
- 8 oz mushrooms sliced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 16 oz Alfredo sauce ready made
- 3 green onion sliced thin
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon thyme fresh minced
Cajun Spice Blend
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¾ teaspoon oregano
- ½ teaspoon red chili flakes
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon cayenne
- ½ teaspoon thyme
Instructions
- Fill a Dutch oven pot ⅔ full of water and bring to a boil. Boil the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain with a colander and turn out into a bowl. Toss with a tablespoon of olive oil so pasta does not stick together.12 oz pasta, 1 tablespoon olive oil
- While pasta is cooking season both sides of the salmon filet.1 lb salmon filet, 2 teaspoon Cajun spice blend
- Bake or Air Fry the Salmon filet 350 F for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the center flakes.
- While the salmon is baking, saute the onions, garlic, and mushrooms in a deep saute pan.½ medium onion, 8 oz mushrooms, 2 cloves garlic
- Open the Alfredo sauce of choice, and empty into the saucepan of mushrooms & onions. Simmer for 5 minutes.16 oz Alfredo sauce
- Remove the baked salmon and set it on a plate to cool. Flake it with a fork into large chunks.
- Mix the cooked pasta, mushroom Alfredo sauce, and flaked seasoned salmon into a bowl, or the deep saucepan you used to cook the Alfredo sauce.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with the sliced green onions and some thyme leaves. Serve and enjoy!3 green onion
Cajun Spice Blend
- Mix all the spices into a small bowl and mix well. Don't use your hands unless you use some nitrile gloves, as residual spice can transfer to your eyes and lips, which is not comfortable!salt, pepper, 1 teaspoon thyme, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, ¾ teaspoon oregano, ½ teaspoon red chili flakes, ¼ teaspoon onion powder, ½ teaspoon cayenne, ½ teaspoon thyme
- Use the spice blend to coat as a rub on salmon, shrimp, chicken, steak, etc. Store any leftovers in a small jar.
Notes
- If you have an air fryer, you can cook the salmon while the pasta is boiling on the stove top.
Nutrition
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