Cream Salmon
Elevate your dinner table with this luxurious Cream Salmon recipe, a perfect balance of tender, pan-seared salmon and a rich, velvety cream sauce infused with garlic, Parmesan, and fresh herbs like dill and parsley. Ready in just 30 minutes, this one-skillet dish combines the succulent, golden-brown crust of salmon with a zesty touch of fresh lemon juice, creating a harmonious blend of flavors that’s both indulgent and refreshing. Serve over fluffy rice, creamy mashed potatoes, or alongside steamed vegetables for a complete, restaurant-quality meal that’s surprisingly easy to make at home. With its quick preparation, vibrant ingredients, and irresistible creaminess, this dish is the ideal choice for busy weeknights or elegant dinner parties alike.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 oz each) salmon fillets (skinless)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 pieces garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel. Season both sides with half of the salt and pepper.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Once hot, add the salmon fillets flesh-side down. Sear for 4-5 minutes, or until golden brown. Flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the salmon is just cooked through. Remove the salmon from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low and add the butter. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and scrape any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Let the broth simmer for 2 minutes.
Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Allow the sauce to cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until it thickens slightly.
Add the fresh lemon juice, parsley, and dill. Stir to combine, then season the sauce with the remaining salt and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Return the cooked salmon fillets to the skillet, spooning some of the cream sauce over the top. Let the salmon warm through in the sauce for about 2 minutes.
Serve the Cream Salmon immediately, garnished with additional parsley or dill if desired. This dish pairs well with rice, mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3190 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 254.1 g | 326% | |
| Saturated Fat | 108.9 g | 544% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 826 mg | 275% | |
| Sodium | 5094 mg | 221% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.6 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.7 g | ||
| Protein | 197.1 g | 394% | |
| Vitamin D | 89.4 mcg | 447% | |
| Calcium | 1428 mg | 110% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 2771 mg | 59% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
