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Baked Salmon with Lemon Butter Cream Sauce

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  • Author: Maria B. Evans
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Perfectly baked salmon topped with a creamy, buttery lemon sauce—simple yet elegant and packed with flavor!


Ingredients

Units Scale
  • For the Salmon:
  • 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1 lemon, sliced
  • For the Lemon Butter Cream Sauce:
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1/4 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for extra richness)
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  • 1. Bake the Salmon
  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Season the salmon: Place salmon fillets on the sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Top with lemon slices.
  • Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
  • 2. Make the Lemon Butter Cream Sauce
  • While the salmon bakes, heat a saucepan over medium heat. Add butter and minced garlic, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Pour in heavy cream and broth, stirring to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  • Stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper. Let the sauce thicken for about 3 minutes.
  • If using Parmesan, stir it in now until melted.
  • 3. Serve
  • Remove the salmon from the oven and drizzle with the lemon butter cream sauce.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with your favorite sides, like roasted veggies, mashed potatoes, or rice.

Notes

  • :
  • For a lighter sauce, substitute half-and-half or coconut milk for the heavy cream.
  • Want extra crispy salmon? Broil for the last 2 minutes of baking.
  • Make it dairy-free: Use coconut cream and olive oil instead of butter.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 550mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 3g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg