Creating Blackened Salmon Stuffed with Spinach & Parmesan can be simple if you follow these steps:

1. Prepare the Salmon: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and place them skin-side down on a cutting board.

2. Make the Filling: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

3. Add Spinach: Toss in the chopped spinach and cook until wilted, about 2–3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

4. Combine Filling Ingredients: In a bowl, combine the cooked spinach, cream cheese, and grated Parmesan. Mix well and season with lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

5. Stuff the Salmon: Using a sharp knife, carefully make a pocket in the side of each salmon fillet. Stuff each pocket generously with the spinach and cheese mixture.

6. Blacken the Salmon: In a small bowl, combine paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Rub this spice mixture generously on both sides of each salmon fillet.

7. Sear the Salmon: In the same skillet used for the spinach, heat a little more olive oil over medium-high heat. Carefully place the salmon fillets in the hot skillet and sear for about 4 minutes on one side until dark brown.

8. Bake: Transfer the fillets to a baking dish and place them in the preheated oven. Bake for an additional 15 to 20 minutes (depending on thickness) until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

9. Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes. Optionally, garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

These straightforward steps will lead you to an incredible dish that will support your culinary journey.