Creamy Baked Salmon
Indulge in the rich and velvety flavors of Creamy Baked Salmon, a show-stopping dish that's as easy to prepare as it is delicious. This recipe features tender salmon fillets baked to perfection in a luscious garlic-Parmesan cream sauce, infused with fresh parsley and a splash of zesty lemon juice for a bright, gourmet touch. The dish comes together in just 35 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or elegant dinner parties. Serve it with steamed vegetables, fluffy rice, or crusty bread to soak up every drop of the savory sauce. Perfect for seafood lovers, this one-pan wonder combines simplicity, elegance, and unbeatable flavor in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 pieces garlic cloves
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 baking dish or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
Pat salmon fillets dry with a paper towel, then rub them with olive oil. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Place the seasoned salmon fillets in the prepared baking dish, skin-side down if applicable. Set aside.
Heat a medium-sized skillet over medium heat and add the butter. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
Pour the heavy cream into the skillet and stir to combine. Add the Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, lemon juice, and water. Stir the sauce gently until the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed with additional salt or pepper.
Pour the creamy sauce over the salmon fillets, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. The internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C).
Remove from the oven and let the salmon rest for a minute or two. Garnish with additional fresh parsley if desired.
Serve warm with your favorite side dishes, such as steamed vegetables, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the creamy sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2395 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 202.5 g | 260% | |
| Saturated Fat | 83.3 g | 416% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 546 mg | 182% | |
| Sodium | 3173 mg | 138% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.0 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.9 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 121.2 g | 242% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 486 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 135 mg | 3% | |
*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.
