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jerk salmon pasta in a black skillet with colorful bell peppers, green onion in a parmesan cream sauce

Easy Jerk Salmon Pasta (One Pan Rasta Pasta)

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5 from 1 vote
One Pan Jerk Salmon Pasta is creamy, vibrant pasta tossed with Caribbean style jerk salmon and sautéed vegetables. Packed with spice, creaminess, and a hint of lime, this Rasta Pasta recipe is sure to become a family favorite!
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 4 salmon fillets
  • 3 tbsp jerk seasoning (store-bought or homemade), divided
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • juice of 1 lime
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 3-4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup cream
  • 8 oz penne pasta (or pasta of your choice)
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • cilantro, optional for garnish

Instructions

  • Marinate the Salmon: Rub the salmon fillets with 2 tbsp jerk seasoning, olive oil, and lime juice. 
  • Cook the Salmon: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the salmon for about 3-4 minutes on each side until cooked through. Remove salmon and set aside.
  • Sauté the Vegetables: In the same pan, add a bit more olive oil if needed, the sliced bell peppers, red onion, minced garlic and 1 tbsp of the jerk seasoning. Sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
  • Create the Sauce: Add the chicken broth and heavy cream to the pan, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  • Cook the Pasta: Add the uncooked pasta to the pan, stirring it into the liquid. Cover the pan with a lid and let it simmer for about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is cooked to al dente. If the liquid reduces too much before the pasta is fully cooked, you can add a little extra chicken broth or water.
  • Combine Everything: Once the pasta is cooked, return the salmon to the pan along with any juices that have accumulated, breaking it into bite size pieces. Add the parmesan cheese and stir until well combined and the cheese is melted into the sauce.
  • Season: Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt, pepper and/or jerk seasoning to taste. 
  • Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and sprinkle with sliced green onions and freshly chopped cilantro if desired.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1.5 cup(approx)Calories: 862kcalCarbohydrates: 54gProtein: 52gFat: 48gSaturated Fat: 21gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 185mgSodium: 1069mgPotassium: 1267mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 3016IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 332mgIron: 4mg