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Restaurant-Style Honey Garlic Butter Baked Salmon in 25 Minutes

Close-up of a perfectly cooked salmon fillet coated in a shiny honey garlic glaze and topped with fresh chopped parsley.
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Make tender, flaky salmon with a rich, sweet, and savory honey garlic butter glaze. This easy baked salmon recipe delivers restaurant-quality flavor in just 25 minutes, perfect for a quick, healthy weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 4 (6 ounce) salmon fillets, skin on or off
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 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 using paper towels. This helps achieve a better texture. Place the fillets on the prepared baking sheet.
  3. Drizzle the salmon fillets with olive oil. Season evenly with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, melted butter, minced garlic, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice until fully combined to create the glaze.
  5. Spoon the honey garlic butter glaze evenly over the top of each salmon fillet.
  6. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, depending on the thickness of your fillets, until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. The internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C).
  7. Remove the salmon from the oven. Drizzle any remaining pan juices over the fillets. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving immediately.

Notes

  • For crispy skin, place the salmon skin-side down and bake on a wire rack set over the baking sheet. Increase the cook time by 2-3 minutes if needed.
  • If you prefer a bolder flavor, substitute regular soy sauce with low-sodium soy sauce or tamari for a gluten-free option.
  • Serve this moist and juicy salmon with roasted asparagus or mashed potatoes for a complete, family-friendly meal.

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