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25-Minute Honey Garlic Butter Baked Salmon

Close-up of a perfectly cooked honey garlic salmon fillet, glazed and topped with fresh chopped parsley.
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Make tender, flaky salmon fillets with a sweet and savory honey garlic butter glaze baked to perfection in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 4 (6 ounce) salmon fillets, skin on or off
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce (or tamari for gluten free)
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
  2. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Place them on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle the fillets with olive oil, then season evenly with salt and pepper.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, and smoked paprika until well combined. This is your glaze.
  4. Spoon or brush half of the honey garlic butter mixture evenly over the tops of the salmon fillets.
  5. Bake for 10 minutes.
  6. Remove the pan from the oven and brush the remaining glaze mixture over the salmon.
  7. Return the salmon to the oven and bake for another 5 to 8 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) and the fish flakes easily with a fork. Cooking time depends on fillet thickness.
  8. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving immediately.

Notes

  • For crispier skin, place the salmon skin-side down on a wire rack set over the baking sheet before baking.
  • If you prefer a stronger garlic flavor, add one more minced clove to the glaze mixture.
  • This recipe works well with air frying; cook at 380°F (195°C) for 10-12 minutes, glazing halfway through.

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