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Creamy Garlic Salmon

Creamy Garlic Salmon is a delightful dish featuring salmon fillets cooked in a rich and creamy garlic sauce, perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a satisfying family dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 fillets Salmon (skinless preferred)
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
  • 4 cloves Minced Garlic Use fresh garlic for the best flavor.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can be substituted with half-and-half or a dairy-free alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Chicken Broth
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice (freshly squeezed preferred)
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Parsley
  • 2 pieces Lemon Wedges For serving.

Method
 

Cooking the Salmon
  1. Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper to taste.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add salmon fillets, cooking for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until cooked through and golden brown. Remove salmon and set aside.
Making the Sauce
  1. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add unsalted butter and minced garlic, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  2. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Allow mixture to simmer for a few minutes.
  3. Add Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and grated Parmesan cheese to the skillet. Stir until cheese melts and sauce thickens slightly.
Finishing Touches
  1. Return salmon to skillet, spooning creamy sauce over the top. Cook for another minute to heat salmon through.
  2. Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped parsley.
Serving
  1. Serve the salmon hot with fresh lemon wedges on the side.

Notes

To store leftovers, let it cool and transfer to an airtight container. It'll last in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat gently.