Description
This Garlic Butter Salmon with Spinach & Mushrooms in Creamy Sauce is a delicious and quick skillet meal perfect for weeknight dinners. Tender salmon fillets are seared to golden perfection and then smothered in a rich, creamy sauce made with garlic, sautéed mushrooms, fresh spinach, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. The addition of lemon juice brightens the flavors, making this dish both comforting and fresh. It comes together in just 25 minutes, making it an ideal nutritious seafood option that pairs beautifully with a side of rice or crusty bread.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon and Seasoning
- 4 salmon fillets
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cooking Fats and Aromatics
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Vegetables
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 3 cups fresh spinach
Sauce Ingredients
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp lemon juice
Garnish
- Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Salmon: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper, then sear for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove salmon from skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Garlic: Lower heat to medium, add butter to the same skillet and let it melt. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Cook Mushrooms: Add sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until they soften and release their moisture.
- Wilt Spinach: Stir in fresh spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes until the leaves are wilted but still vibrant.
- Make Creamy Sauce: Pour in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and lemon juice. Stir well to combine and let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes until it thickens slightly.
- Return Salmon to Skillet: Place the cooked salmon fillets back into the skillet with the creamy sauce. Spoon the sauce over the salmon.
- Warm Through: Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the salmon is heated through and well coated with the sauce.
- Garnish and Serve: Optionally garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately, pairing well with your choice of side dishes.
Notes
- Be careful not to overcook the salmon to keep it moist and tender.
- You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version, but the sauce will be less rich.
- Fresh spinach can be replaced with baby kale or Swiss chard if desired.
- For an extra tangy flavor, add a bit more lemon juice before serving.
- This dish pairs well with steamed rice, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread to soak up the creamy sauce.
