Creamy Garlic Salmon
Creamy Garlic Salmon is a delightful dish showcasing tender salmon fillets enveloped in a rich, savory garlic sauce. This recipe transforms simple ingredients into a gourmet experience that impresses guests while being easy enough for a cozy weeknight dinner. The luscious sauce, infused with fresh garlic and lemon, perfectly complements the salmon’s natural flavors, making it an instant favorite for seafood lovers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh dill or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season salmon fillets generously with salt and pepper.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat; add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Stir in heavy cream and chicken broth; simmer until thickened.
- Add lemon juice, adjust seasoning, and pour sauce over the salmon in the baking dish.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until salmon flakes easily with a fork. Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (170g)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
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