If there is one dinner I lean on when the day has been long and everyone is hungry now, it is this honey garlic butter baked salmon. It feels special, but it is honestly one of the easiest salmon dinners I make. The sauce comes together fast, the oven does the work, and the salmon turns out tender with that sticky sweet garlic butter on top every single time.
This honey garlic butter baked salmon recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, but I also make it when I want something that looks impressive without stressing myself out. I have made this after soccer practice, on quiet Sunday nights, and even when friends stop by last minute.
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Why You Will Love This Recipe
- Ready in about 30 minutes from start to finish
- Simple pantry ingredients
- Sweet and savory flavors everyone loves
- Easy cleanup with one baking dish
- Works for weeknights or guests
I love recipes like this because they make me feel like I actually have my life together, even when I definitely do not.
Ingredients
Salmon
- 4 salmon fillets
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Honey Garlic Butter Sauce
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
For Garnish
- Chopped parsley
Preparation
Step 1: Prep The Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easier cleanup.
Step 2: Make The Honey Garlic Butter Sauce
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant. Keep an eye on it so the garlic does not brown.
Stir in the honey, soy sauce, and lemon juice. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then remove it from the heat.
Step 3: Season The Salmon
Place the salmon fillets in the prepared baking dish. Season both sides lightly with salt and pepper.
Step 4: Add The Sauce
Pour the honey garlic butter sauce evenly over the salmon fillets. I like to spoon a little extra sauce on top so it really soaks in while baking.
Step 5: Bake
Bake the salmon for 15 to 20 minutes, depending on thickness, until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and looks opaque throughout.
Step 6: Garnish And Serve
Sprinkle chopped parsley over the baked salmon just before serving. Serve warm with your favorite sides.
Notes And Tips
- Fresh salmon works best for this recipe, but frozen salmon that has been fully thawed also works well.
- If you like things a little less sweet, reduce the honey slightly.
- For extra flavor, spoon the sauce from the pan over the salmon before serving.
- This pairs perfectly with rice, roasted potatoes, or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition Information
Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
FAQs
Yes, just make sure the salmon is fully thawed and patted dry before baking so the sauce sticks better.
The salmon is done when it flakes easily with a fork and looks opaque in the center.
You can swap the butter for a dairy free butter alternative. The flavor will still be great.
📖 Recipe
Honey Garlic Butter Baked Salmon
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Description
A delicious and easy recipe for baked salmon with a sweet and savory honey garlic butter sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in honey, soy sauce, and lemon juice. Simmer briefly.
- Place salmon fillets in a baking dish and season with salt and pepper.
- Pour honey garlic butter sauce over the salmon.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh salmon fillets for best flavor and texture.
- Adjust honey to your preferred level of sweetness.
- Pairs well with steamed vegetables, rice, or quinoa.
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Final Thoughts
This honey garlic butter baked salmon is one of those recipes I come back to again and again. It is easy, comforting, and always turns out delicious. If you make it, I would love to hear how it went for you.
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