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Creamy Salmon Piccata Recipe

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This Creamy Salmon Piccata recipe features tender salmon fillets coated in a light flour dredge, pan-seared to golden perfection, and served with a luscious lemon, caper, and cream sauce. Perfect for an elegant weeknight dinner, this dish is bursting with bright, tangy, and savory flavors that complement the richness of the salmon.

Ingredients

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Salmon

  • 1 pound fresh salmon, cut into 4 pieces
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Flour, for dredging

For Cooking

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Piccata Sauce

  • 1/2 cup chicken broth or dry white wine
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 1–2 tablespoons brined capers, drained
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream

Garnish

  • Fresh chopped parsley (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Salmon: Cut the salmon into 4 pieces. Sprinkle each piece with garlic powder, then season generously with salt and pepper. Dredge each piece in flour, coating all sides evenly to create a light crust.
  2. Sear the Salmon: Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the salmon pieces and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown but not fully cooked through. Remove salmon and set aside on a plate.
  3. Make the Piccata Sauce: In the same skillet, add chicken broth (or white wine), lemon juice, lemon zest, and capers. Let the mixture cook and reduce by half, about 2 minutes, to concentrate the flavors.
  4. Add the Cream: Pour in the heavy whipping cream and allow it to bubble gently for 2-3 minutes, letting the sauce thicken slightly and become creamy.
  5. Finish Cooking the Salmon: Return the salmon pieces to the pan with the sauce. Reduce the heat if necessary and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes until the salmon is fully cooked, flakes easily with a fork, and the sauce has thickened to your liking.
  6. Season and Serve: Taste the sauce and season with additional salt and pepper if needed. Serve the salmon immediately, sprinkling fresh chopped parsley over the top for a vibrant finish if desired.

Notes

  • Be careful not to overcook the salmon during searing; it will finish cooking in the sauce.
  • You can substitute chicken broth with a dry white wine for a more traditional piccata flavor.
  • Fresh lemon zest adds brightness; don’t skip it for that extra zing.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, allow it to reduce a bit longer before adding the cream.
  • This dish pairs well with steamed vegetables, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the creamy sauce.

Keywords: salmon piccata, creamy salmon, lemon caper sauce, seared salmon, easy salmon recipe, dinner, seafood

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