Description
This Creamy Garlic Butter Salmon recipe is a rich and flavorful dish that combines perfectly seared salmon fillets with a luscious garlic butter cream sauce. Easy to prepare in just 25 minutes, it’s ideal for a quick yet indulgent dinner that promises a delightful balance of savory, tangy, and creamy flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Sauce
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup chicken broth or dry white wine
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ⅓ cup grated parmesan cheese
- Juice of ½ lemon
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Optional: red pepper flakes for heat
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Sear the Salmon: Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place the salmon skin-side down and sear for 4–5 minutes per side until the fish is golden and just cooked through. Remove the salmon from the pan and set aside.
- Build the Sauce: Using the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned. Pour in the chicken broth or dry white wine, scraping up any browned bits from the pan. Allow the liquid to reduce by half, which should take about 2–3 minutes.
- Make it Creamy: Stir in the heavy cream, grated parmesan cheese, lemon juice, and Italian seasoning into the skillet. Let the mixture simmer gently for 3–5 minutes until the sauce has slightly thickened to a creamy consistency.
- Finish & Serve: Return the seared salmon fillets to the pan, spooning the sauce over the top. Let it simmer gently for another 1–2 minutes to meld the flavors and reheat the salmon. Garnish with fresh parsley and add red pepper flakes if desired for a touch of heat. Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- For a dairy-free option, replace heavy cream and parmesan with coconut cream and nutritional yeast, respectively.
- Ensure not to overcook the salmon to keep it moist and tender.
- If using wine, opt for a dry white wine like Sauvignon Blanc for best flavor.
- Use fresh garlic for the best aroma and taste.
- To make it spicier, add red pepper flakes during the sauce simmering step.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
