Creamy Garlic Herb Salmon Fillets (Easy One-Pan Recipe)

This Creamy Garlic Herb Salmon Fillet recipe is a simple yet elegant dish perfect for busy weeknights or special dinners. Tender, flaky salmon fillets are gently simmered in a rich, buttery garlic herb sauce that’s bursting with flavor.

Ingredient	Quantity
Salmon fish fillets	4 pieces (about 500g)
Olive oil	2 tbsp
Unsalted butter	2 tbsp
Garlic (minced)	4 cloves
All-purpose flour	1 tbsp
Chicken or vegetable broth	¾ cup
Heavy cream	½ cup
Lemon juice	1 tbsp
Dried thyme	½ tsp
Dried basil	½ tsp
Fresh parsley (chopped)	2 tbsp
Salt	to taste
Black pepper	to taste

Preparation Steps

1. Prep the Fish:
   Pat the fish fillets dry with a paper towel and season both sides lightly with salt and pepper.
   
2. Sear the Fish:
   Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add fish fillets and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until lightly golden. Remove and set aside.
3. Make the Sauce Base:
   In the same pan, melt butter and add minced garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Sprinkle in the flour and whisk for 1 minute to form a roux.
4. Simmer the Cream Sauce:
   Gradually whisk in broth and cream until smooth. Add lemon juice, thyme, and basil. Let simmer for 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened.
5. Combine and Finish:
   Return fish fillets to the pan. Spoon sauce over them and simmer for another 3–4 minutes until the fish is cooked through. Garnish with fresh parsley.
   

Tips & Variations

• For a lighter version: Use half-and-half or evaporated milk instead of heavy cream.
• Add vegetables: Spinach, cherry tomatoes, or mushrooms make great additions.
• Try other herbs: Tarragon or dill pairs wonderfully with fish.
• Make it dairy-free: Substitute coconut cream and vegan butter for a tropical twist.

Serving Size & Time

• Serves: 2–3 people
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 25 minutes

Nutritional Info (Per Serving)

Nutrient	Amount
Calories	~380 kcal
Protein	34 g
Fat	26 g
Carbohydrates	5 g
Fiber	0.5 g