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Creamy Chive Salmon

A quick and healthy dinner option featuring salmon, creamy chive sauce, and lots of room for experimentation to suit your taste.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets salmon fillets Fresh or thawed from frozen
For the Creamy Chive Sauce
  • 1 cup heavy cream Can substitute with lower-fat dairy options
  • 1 bunch chives Chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon capers Optional for additional flavor

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Let the salmon fillets sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes before cooking.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the heavy cream, chopped chives, lemon juice, and capers. Mix well and taste for seasoning adjustments.
Cooking Salmon
  1. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and add a little oil.
  2. Place the salmon fillets in the skillet skin-side down. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until cooked through.
Serving
  1. Once the salmon is cooked, remove from the skillet and top with creamy chive sauce. Serve immediately.

Notes

Feel free to experiment with other herbs like dill, or substitute Greek yogurt for cream. Pair with crusty bread, roasted potatoes, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.