Delicious Baked Salmon with Creamy Lemon Garlic Sauce Recipe
This delicious baked salmon recipe features tender salmon filets paired with roasted baby potatoes and broccoli, all drizzled in a rich and creamy lemon garlic sauce. The dish combines the freshness of lemon and herbs with a buttery sauce that elevates the flavors, making it a perfect healthy and satisfying meal easily prepared in the oven.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables:
- 1 lb small gold potatoes, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2–3 cups broccoli florets
Main Protein:
- 1–2 lbs salmon, cut into 2–4 filets
Sauce Ingredients:
- 6–8 tablespoons butter
- 1–2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium shallot, minced
- 2–3 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 medium lemon, juice of
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or basil
Seasonings and Oils:
- Olive oil
- Garlic powder
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easier cleanup.
- Roast Potatoes: Place the bite-sized gold potatoes on the baking sheet and toss them with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Spread them evenly and roast in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until they are lightly browned and tender.
- Make the Lemon Garlic Sauce: While the potatoes roast, melt the butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Add the minced garlic, minced shallot, and fresh thyme sprigs, sautéing gently for 3-5 minutes until soft and fragrant. Stir in the chicken broth and heavy cream, bringing the mixture to a low simmer. Then, remove the thyme sprigs, whisk in the freshly squeezed lemon juice, add the chopped parsley or basil, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Keep warm.
- Add Broccoli and Salmon: After the potatoes have roasted for 25 minutes, remove the baking sheet from the oven. Add the broccoli florets and salmon filets to the pan. Drizzle or brush them with additional olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.
- Final Bake: Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for another 10-15 minutes until the salmon is fully cooked through and flakes easily with a fork, and the broccoli is tender but still crisp.
- Serve: Plate the salmon, roasted potatoes, and broccoli, then generously spoon the creamy lemon garlic sauce over the salmon and vegetables. Enjoy your flavorful, balanced meal!
Notes
- Use fresh herbs like thyme and parsley for the best flavor in the sauce.
- You can substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth for a lighter sauce.
- Check the salmon doneness by ensuring it flakes easily with a fork but is still moist inside.
- Adjust seasoning according to taste before serving.
- Roast potatoes until tender inside and lightly browned outside to add texture.
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