Creamy Garlic Baked Salmon: Discover a Flavorful Delight!
Rich, creamy, herby and unbelievably satisfying! This Creamy Garlic Baked Salmon is a flavorful delight that combines the richness of cream with the robust flavor of garlic.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon fillets
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 3/4 cup cooking cream or heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (plus more for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and sear salmon for 2 minutes per side until golden. Transfer to a baking dish.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic for 1 minute. Stir in cream, parmesan, thyme, and oregano. Simmer for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Pour the sauce over salmon and bake for 12–15 minutes until the salmon is cooked through and sauce is bubbling.
- Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- Use fresh salmon fillets for the best texture
- Don’t overcook—salmon is ready when flakes easily with a fork
- Add chili flakes or paprika for a little kick
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with sauce
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Protein: 38g
Find it online: https://www.homeydishes.com/creamy-garlic-baked-salmon-recipe/