Creamy Garlic Mushroom Salmon

🧄🍄🐟 Creamy Garlic Mushroom Salmon

🛒 Ingredients:

For the Salmon:

• 4 salmon fillets (skin-on or off)
• Salt & pepper to taste
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp butter

For the Sauce:

• 1 tbsp butter
• 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
• 8 oz mushrooms, sliced (cremini or button work great)
• ½ cup chicken broth (or dry white wine)
• 1 cup heavy cream (or half & half for lighter version)
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp fresh thyme (or ½ tsp dried)
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• Salt & pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley or chives (for garnish)

👩‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Sear the Salmon:
   • Pat salmon dry. Season with salt and pepper.
   • Heat olive oil and 1 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
   • Sear salmon for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and just cooked through. Remove and set aside.
2. Sauté the Mushrooms:
   • In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp butter. Sauté mushrooms for 4–5 minutes until browned and softened.
   • Add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Deglaze & Simmer:
   • Pour in chicken broth (or wine), scraping up any bits from the pan. Simmer 2–3 minutes to reduce slightly.
4. Add Cream & Cheese:
   • Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan, thyme, and lemon juice.
   • Simmer for 3–4 minutes until sauce thickens slightly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Finish with Salmon:
   • Return salmon fillets to the skillet. Spoon sauce and mushrooms over the top.
   • Simmer another 1–2 minutes to heat through.
6. Serve:
   • Garnish with fresh parsley or chives.
   • Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, pasta, or crusty bread.