Description
A rich and tender salmon fillet paired with a tangy, creamy lemon sauce. Perfect for any occasion, this dish combines the flavors of fresh lemon, garlic, and butter with seared salmon for a delightful meal.
Ingredients
4 salmon fillets
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon lemon zest
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Once the skillet is hot, add the salmon fillets and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the salmon from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Let it cook for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Add the heavy cream, lemon juice, and lemon zest to the skillet. Stir well and simmer for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Return the salmon fillets to the skillet, spoon the sauce over the top, and cook for an additional 2 minutes to warm the salmon through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Leftover salmon with lemon cream sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Reheat gently on the stovetop over low heat to avoid overcooking the salmon.
For a dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk or a dairy-free cream alternative.
For a spicier version, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or chopped fresh chili to the sauce.
Make the sauce ahead of time and store in the fridge if desired; reheat gently before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop & Oven
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with sauce
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
