🧀🐟 Cheesy Shrimp-Stuffed Salmon

A Surf-and-Sizzle Dinner That Feels Fancy but Cooks Fast!

This Cheesy Shrimp-Stuffed Salmon is rich, flaky, and loaded with creamy seafood goodness. Juicy salmon fillets are stuffed with a garlic-lemon shrimp and cheese filling, seared until golden, then broiled for a bubbly, irresistible finish. Perfect for date night, weeknight dinners, or anytime you want a restaurant-style meal at home.

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🕒 Time & Yield

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 27 minutes
Servings: 2
Calories: ~520 per serving
Protein: ~42g per serving

🧾 Ingredients

2 salmon fillets (6–8 oz each), skinless
½ cup cooked shrimp, finely chopped
¼ cup cream cheese, softened
¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Salt & black pepper, to taste
1 tbsp olive oil
Optional: lemon wedges, extra parsley for serving

👩‍🍳 How to Make It

1️⃣ Make the Cheesy Shrimp Filling

In a small bowl, combine chopped shrimp, cream cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic, lemon juice, parsley, salt, and pepper.
Mix until smooth and creamy — this filling is rich, savory, and packed with seafood flavor.

2️⃣ Butterfly the Salmon

Using a sharp knife, carefully slice each salmon fillet lengthwise to create a pocket.
⚠️ Don’t cut all the way through — you want a deep pocket to hold the filling.

3️⃣ Stuff & Sear

Gently spoon the shrimp mixture into each salmon pocket, pressing lightly to seal.

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Sear salmon 3–4 minutes per side until golden and mostly cooked through.

4️⃣ Broil for the Perfect Finish

Transfer salmon to a baking sheet.
Sprinkle a little extra mozzarella on top and broil 2–3 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden.

5️⃣ Serve & Enjoy

Serve hot with mashed potatoes, roasted veggies, rice, or a fresh salad.
Drizzle pan juices over the salmon and finish with lemon wedges for a bright pop of flavor.