Description
Creamy Garlic Mushroom Salmon is a decadent dish that transforms tender salmon fillets into a gourmet experience with a rich, creamy garlic mushroom sauce. This delightful recipe takes just 30 minutes to prepare, making it perfect for impressing dinner guests or enjoying a cozy evening at home. The savory flavors of garlic and mushrooms beautifully complement the buttery salmon, creating a meal that’s not only delicious but also visually stunning. Serve it alongside rice or steamed vegetables for an unforgettable dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 8 oz fresh cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the mushrooms and mincing the garlic.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add mushrooms, season with salt and pepper, and sauté until golden brown (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic; cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream while stirring. Let simmer for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Push the mushroom mixture to one side of the skillet and add salmon fillets (skin-side down). Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice before covering with mushrooms.
- Cover the skillet; cook for 6-8 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with sauce (200g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg