Description
Oven Baked Salmon is a mouthwatering dish that combines tender salmon fillets with the rich flavors of garlic butter and a sweet brown sugar spice mix. This quick and easy recipe takes just 30 minutes to prepare, making it ideal for busy weeknights or special family gatherings. The delightful balance of savory and sweet not only enhances the flavor of the fish but also elevates your dining experience. Serve this impressive dish with fresh salads, grains, or vegetables for a wholesome meal that everyone will rave about.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (2-pound) whole salmon fillet (skin-on preferred)
- 3 tablespoons melted butter (or olive oil)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon ground paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- Ground black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil and place the salmon fillet on it, skin side down.
- In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter and minced garlic; brush half over the salmon.
- In another bowl, mix brown sugar, Italian seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; sprinkle evenly over the salmon.
- Drizzle any remaining garlic butter on top.
- Bake for 15 to 22 minutes until cooked through and flaky; let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 367
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 688mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg