One-Pan Lemon Garlic Salmon
The Secret to Perfect One-Pan Lemon Garlic Salmon
When it comes to weeknight dinners, there’s nothing better than a recipe that’s quick, delicious, and requires minimal cleanup. That’s where this one-pan lemon garlic salmon comes in. It’s a complete meal that’s bursting with flavor, and best of all, it all comes together in just one pan.
Ingredients
For the salmon:
- 4 salmon fillets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the lemon garlic sauce:
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup of chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice
- Zest of one lemon
- 2 tablespoons of butter
- 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley
For the vegetables:
- 1 pound of asparagus, ends trimmed
- 1 cup of cherry tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
Instructions
Start by preheating your oven to 400°F. While the oven is heating up, prepare the lemon garlic sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Set aside.
Next, season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper. In a large oven-safe skillet, heat one tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the salmon fillets to the skillet, skin side down. Sear for 3-4 minutes, until the skin is crispy and golden brown. Flip the salmon fillets and sear for an additional 2-3 minutes. Remove the salmon from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil. Add the asparagus and cherry tomatoes, and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until the vegetables are slightly tender. Push the vegetables to the side of the skillet, creating space in the middle.
Add the minced garlic to the middle of the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant. Pour in the lemon garlic sauce and bring to a simmer. Once the sauce is simmering, add the salmon fillets back to the skillet, nestling them in between the vegetables.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked to your desired doneness. Remove the skillet from the oven and allow the salmon to rest for a few minutes.
Before serving, top the salmon and vegetables with chopped fresh parsley. Serve the one-pan lemon garlic salmon hot, and enjoy!
With just one pan to clean up, this dinner is not only delicious but also incredibly easy to prepare. The combination of lemon and garlic adds a bright, zesty flavor to the salmon, while the roasted vegetables add a pop of freshness. This recipe is perfect for a busy weeknight when you want something healthy and flavorful on the table in no time.
Give this one-pan lemon garlic salmon a try and let us know what you think!