Creamy Garlic Butter Salmon
A comforting and flavorful dish that combines tender salmon with a rich and creamy garlic butter sauce, perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Pescatarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Season the salmon fillets generously with salt and pepper.
- Carefully add the salmon to the pan and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side.
- Remove the salmon and set it aside.
- Add sliced mushrooms to the pan and cook until tender.
- Stir in fresh spinach and cook until wilted.
- Pour in the heavy cream, stirring to combine, and let it simmer until it thickens slightly.
- Return the salmon to the pan and coat it in the creamy sauce.
- Serve hot, garnished with black pepper or fresh herbs.
Notes
For added flavor, consider pairing with a chilled glass of white wine. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 70mg