Creamy Lemon Salmon Piccata Recipe
This Creamy Lemon Salmon Piccata is a vibrant and flavorful dish featuring tender, pan-seared salmon fillets wrapped in a rich, tangy lemon and caper cream sauce. Perfectly balanced with fresh garlic, bright lemon juice, and garnished with parsley and lemon slices, this recipe delivers gourmet taste made simple on your stovetop.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
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Salmon and Seasoning
- 1 pound salmon fillets (skinless)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For Cooking
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Sauce Ingredients
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup capers, rinsed and drained
Garnish
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Lemon slices
Instructions
- Preparing the Salmon: Place the skinless salmon fillets on a clean cutting board and season both sides generously with salt and black pepper to enhance flavor. Set the seasoned salmon aside as you prepare the skillet.
- Making the Creamy Lemon Sauce: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. After cooking the salmon (in next step), melt butter in the same skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned. Pour in chicken broth and fresh lemon juice while scraping the skillet bottom to release any browned bits. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Cooking the Salmon: Add the seasoned salmon fillets to the hot skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and the flesh flakes easily with a fork. Remove cooked salmon from the skillet and place on a plate to keep warm.
- Combining Salmon with the Sauce: Stir heavy cream and rinsed capers into the skillet with the lemon sauce. Allow the sauce to simmer for another 2-3 minutes until it slightly thickens. Return the salmon to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the fillets to coat them evenly. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley and lemon slices before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh salmon fillets for the best flavor and texture.
- Adjust lemon juice to taste if you prefer a more or less tangy sauce.
- Ensure garlic is sautéed just until fragrant to avoid bitterness.
- Serve with your choice of side like rice, steamed vegetables, or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
- Capers add a distinct briny flavor—rinse well to reduce excess saltiness.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Keywords: Creamy Lemon Salmon, Salmon Piccata, Lemon Caper Sauce, Easy Salmon Recipe, Pan-Seared Salmon, Cream Sauce, Quick Dinner
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