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Creamy Salmon Piccata

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Experience the delightful fusion of creamy and tangy with this Creamy Salmon Piccata Recipe! Perfect for any occasion, this dish features tender salmon fillets enrobed in a luscious lemon-caper sauce, making each bite a perfect harmony of flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 1lb fresh salmon, cut into4pieces
  • 1/4 tspgarlic powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Flour, for dredging
  • 2 Tbspbutter
  • 1 Tbspolive oil
  • 1/2 cupchicken broth or dry white wine
  • 2 Tbsplemon juice
  • Zest of1lemon
  • 1–2Tbsp brined capers, drained
  • 1 cupheavy cream
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Season salmon with garlic powder, salt, and pepper; dredge lightly in flour.
  2. In a skillet, melt butter with olive oil over medium-high heat and sear salmon until golden, about 3-4 minutes per side; remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add chicken broth, lemon juice, and zest; simmer until slightly reduced.
  4. Stir in capers and heavy cream; simmer until sauce thickens.
  5. Return salmon to skillet, cover with sauce, and cook until done.
  6. Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

Substitute white wine with additional chicken broth for a non-alcoholic version.
For a thicker sauce, simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes before adding salmon back to the skillet.
Serve with a side of steamed asparagus or over a bed of fresh pasta for a complete meal.

Nutrition

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