Salmon with Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce

• Salmon fillets – main ingredient. Rich in omega 3 and great source of protein!
• Salt and pepper – so the salmon isn’t bland.
• Olive oil – to help brown the salmon and prevent sticking.
• Chicken broth – to create a sauce. White wine will work great too.
• Fresh lemon – for bright flavor. It’s the perfect complement to salmon.
• Garlic – for another layer of flavor.
• Butter – for richness.
• Honey – to balance out the tartness of the lemon.
• Parsley – for a nice colorful garnish.

How to Cook Salmon in a Pan

• Let salmon rest at room temperature briefly, so it cooks evenly.
• Make the lemon butter sauce. In a small saucepan, melt 1 tsp butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté 1 minute. Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice.
• Let sauce simmer until it has reduced by half, about 3 minutes. Stir in butter and honey, set sauce aside.
• Dab both sides of salmon dry with paper towels, season with salt and pepper.
• Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
• Add salmon and cook until done to your liking.
• Plate salmon and drizzle each serving generously with lemon butter sauce, sprinkle with parsley.

How Long to Cook Salmon in a Pan