Lemon Glazed Salmon

Name: Lemon Glazed Salmon
Prep time: 25 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil; 4 6-oz. salmon fillets, patted dry with paper towels; kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 3 tbsp. unsalted butter; 3 cloves garlic, minced; Juice and zest of 1 lemon, plus 1 thinly sliced lemon; 1 c. low-sodium chicken broth; 2 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley

By Judy KimPublished: Dec 23, 2016

4 Ratings

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25 mins

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25 mins

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Ingredients

2 Tbsp.
extra-virgin olive oil
4
6-oz. salmon fillets, patted dry with paper towels
kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
3 Tbsp.
unsalted butter
3
cloves garlic, minced
Juice and zest of 1 lemon, plus 1 thinly sliced lemon
1 cup
low-sodium chicken broth
2 Tbsp.
chopped fresh parsley

Directions

1. Step 1In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil. When oil is hot but not smoking, add salmon skin-side up and season with salt and pepper. Cook salmon until deeply golden, about 6 minutes, then flip over and cook 2 minutes more. Transfer to a plate.
2. Step 2Reduce heat to medium, then add 1 tablespoon butter, garlic, and lemon juice and zest and cook 2 minutes. Add lemon slices and chicken broth to skillet and season with salt and pepper. Simmer on low until reduced, 3 to 5 minutes.
3. Step 3Return salmon back to skillet and simmer until salmon is cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes. Add remaining 2 tablespoons butter and stir to create creamy sauce.
4. Step 4Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.