Description
Discover the delightful flavors of Creamy Dill Salmon, a dish that transforms tender salmon fillets into an elegant meal with a rich lemon dill cream sauce. This recipe is not only quick, taking just 30 minutes to prepare, but also versatile enough for both casual weeknight dinners and special occasions. The combination of fresh ingredients and creamy texture creates a comforting yet sophisticated dish that will impress family and friends alike. Serve it over fluffy rice or alongside seasonal vegetables for a complete meal that’s nutritious and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh salmon (cut into 4 pieces)
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
- Flour (for dredging)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh dill
Instructions
- Cut salmon into four pieces and season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Coat in flour.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook salmon for 3-4 minutes per side until browned but not fully cooked. Set aside.
- In the same skillet, combine chicken broth, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard; let bubble for 1-2 minutes.
- Stir in cream and dill, mixing well.
- Return salmon to the pan; cook until the sauce thickens and fish is cooked through, about 5 minutes. Adjust seasoning if needed before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of salmon with sauce (170g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg