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Quick Sheet Pan Salmon with Lemon Garlic Butter (Easy 20-Min Recipe)

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A quick and easy sheet pan salmon recipe with lemon garlic butter, ready in 20 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish uses simple pantry ingredients to create a restaurant-quality meal that’s sure to impress.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each), skin on or off
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 large lemon, zested and juiced (about 2 tablespoons juice and 1 teaspoon zest)
  • 1 teaspoon salt (fine sea salt preferred)
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
  • Optional: 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a sheet pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
  2. In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Whisk until well combined. Add red pepper flakes if using.
  3. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Place them on the prepared sheet pan, skin-side down if using skin-on fillets, leaving space between each piece.
  4. Spoon the lemon garlic butter mixture evenly over each fillet, including the sides. Pour any remaining butter around the salmon on the pan.
  5. Roast for 12-15 minutes, depending on thickness. For 1-inch thick fillets, start checking at 12 minutes. The salmon should be opaque and flake easily with a fork, with an internal temperature of 125°F-130°F (52°C-54°C) for medium.
  6. Let the salmon rest for 2-3 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley, spoon the buttery juices from the pan over the salmon, and serve immediately with lemon wedges.

Notes

Pat the salmon dry for best browning. Let salmon come to room temperature for 10-15 minutes before cooking for even cooking. Ovens vary, so start checking at 10 minutes. The butter will splatter in the oven—that’s normal. For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with olive oil or melted coconut oil. Leftovers keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

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