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Creamy Lemon Butter Salmon

Creamy Lemon Butter Salmon: Quick Gourmet Bliss at Home

This Creamy Lemon Butter Salmon recipe delivers a quick and easy gourmet meal with a luscious sauce, ready in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon the star of this dish, bringing richness and healthy omega-3s
  • to taste teaspoon Salt enhances the flavors of the salmon
  • to taste teaspoon Black Pepper freshly cracked offers the best flavor
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil perfect for cooking the salmon
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter essential for creating the creamy sauce
For the Sauce
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) adds aromatic depth
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth a flavorful base for the sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream creates the rich, creamy texture
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Chili Flakes a little heat to balance the creaminess
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice the bright acidity cuts through richness
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest enhances the lemon flavor
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley (chopped) adds a pop of color
  • 2 wedge Lemon great for garnish and extra zing

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season with salt and black pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil and half the butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Place salmon skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes.
  3. In the same skillet, add the remaining butter and garlic. Sauté for 1 minute, then add chicken broth and simmer.
  4. Stir in heavy whipping cream, red chili flakes, black pepper, and salt. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until sauce thickens.
  5. Return salmon to the skillet and spoon sauce over fillets. Drizzle with lemon juice and cook on low for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Garnish with parsley and lemon zest. Serve warm with lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 600mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze wrapped tightly for up to 2 months.

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