Sheet Pan Lemon Garlic Butter Salmon
Sheet Pan Lemon Garlic Butter Salmon is a quick oven baked salmon recipe with garlic butter, fresh lemon, and honey. Ready in about 35 minutes, it's healthy, flavorful, and perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 1½ –1¾ pounds skin-on salmon fillet
- 1 lemon thinly sliced
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 –3 tablespoons honey
- 5 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place a large sheet of foil on a baking sheet and lay the salmon skin-side down in the center. Fold the foil edges upward to create a shallow tray.
- Arrange the lemon slices underneath and around the salmon.
- Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl.
- Stir in the lemon juice, honey, and minced garlic until combined.
- Pour about three-quarters of the butter mixture over the salmon and reserve the remaining sauce.
- Season evenly with salt and black pepper.
- Seal the foil tightly by adding another sheet on top and crimping the edges. If time allows, let the Sheet Pan Lemon Garlic Butter Salmon marinate for 10–15 minutes.
- Bake for about 17 minutes.
- Carefully open the foil packet while keeping the edges raised to hold the juices.
- Turn the oven to High Broil.
- Spoon the reserved butter mixture over the salmon if desired.
- Broil for 5–10 minutes until lightly golden and cooked to your preferred doneness.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- Allow the salmon to rest for 3–5 minutes before serving.
- Spoon the buttery pan juices over rice or roasted vegetables.
- Serve with mashed potatoes, quinoa, steamed vegetables, or a crisp green salad.
- Fresh dill can be substituted for parsley for a different herb flavor.