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Creamy Lemon Salmon Piccata Recipe

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Creamy Lemon Salmon Piccata is a delightful and elegant dish featuring tender salmon fillets cooked to golden perfection and served with a tangy, creamy lemon and caper sauce. This recipe balances the rich flavors of butter and cream with fresh lemon juice and capers, creating a luscious sauce that complements the natural taste of the salmon. Ideal for a quick yet impressive dinner, this meal combines simplicity with gourmet flair.

Ingredients

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Salmon

  • 1 pound salmon fillets (skinless)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Sauce

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 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

  1. Preparing the Salmon: Place the skinless salmon fillets on a clean cutting board and season both sides evenly with salt and black pepper. Set aside while preparing the pan.
  2. Making the Creamy Lemon Sauce: Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. After cooking the salmon (in the next step), melt 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter in the same skillet over medium heat. Add 3 cloves of minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant without browning. Pour in 1 cup of chicken broth and 1/4 cup of fresh lemon juice, scraping the bottom of the skillet to release all browned bits. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes to blend the flavors.
  3. Cooking the Salmon: Add the seasoned salmon fillets to the heated olive oil in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and easily flake with a fork. Remove from the skillet and place on a plate to keep warm.
  4. Combining Salmon with the Sauce: Stir 1/4 cup of heavy cream and 1/4 cup of rinsed capers into the sauce. Let the sauce simmer for another 2-3 minutes until it thickens slightly. Return the salmon to the skillet briefly to coat with the sauce.
  5. Serving and Garnishing: Garnish the creamy lemon salmon piccata with chopped fresh parsley and lemon slices before serving to add freshness and a vibrant look.

Notes

  • For best flavor, use fresh salmon fillets, skin removed.
  • Be careful not to overcook the salmon to maintain tenderness and moisture.
  • Adjust lemon juice to taste depending on your preference for acidity.
  • Capers add a nice briny contrast but can be reduced if desired.
  • This dish pairs well with rice, pasta, or steamed vegetables.

Keywords: Creamy Lemon Salmon, Salmon Piccata, Lemon Butter Sauce, Capers, Easy Salmon Recipe, Stovetop Seafood, Dinner Recipe

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