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Creamy Garlic Butter Salmon

Creamy Garlic Butter Salmon: Your 30-Minute Dinner Delight

Enjoy this Creamy Garlic Butter Salmon recipe that transforms weeknight dinners into something special in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 2 fillets Salmon Fillets skin-on for enhanced flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil for searing
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter can use vegan butter for a dairy-free option
  • 2-3 cloves Minced Garlic fresh is best
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth vegetable broth for vegetarian option
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream half-and-half can be a lighter alternative
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
  • 0.5 tablespoon Lemon Juice fresh preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning mix fresh or dried herbs as desired
For the Final Touch
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • to garnish Fresh Parsley or Basil adds color and freshness

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the salmon fillets dry and season both sides with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the salmon for 4–5 minutes on each side.
  2. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium, add butter, and melt. Stir in minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute.
  3. Pour chicken broth into the skillet, scraping the bottom. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, and Italian seasoning. Let simmer for 3–5 minutes.
  4. Return salmon to the skillet, spoon sauce over it, and let simmer for 2–3 minutes to heat through.
  5. Remove from heat, garnish with parsley or basil, and serve immediately with steamed vegetables or a salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure your skillet is hot before adding the salmon for the best sear. Use fresh ingredients for optimal flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.

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