Creamy Garlic Butter Salmon with Spinach & Mushrooms

πŸ“‹ Ingredients:

2 salmon fillets

1 tbsp olive oil

2 tbsp butter

2 cups fresh spinach

1 cup mushrooms, sliced

3 cloves garlic, minced

Β½ cup heavy cream

ΒΌ cup chicken broth

1 tsp Dijon mustard

1 tsp fresh thyme (or Β½ tsp dried)

Salt & black pepper, to taste

πŸ‘©β€πŸ³ Directions:

1️⃣ Sear the Salmon – Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Season salmon with salt and black pepper. Sear for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.

2️⃣ SautΓ© the Mushrooms & Spinach – In the same pan, melt butter and add sliced mushrooms. Cook until softened (about 3-4 minutes). Add minced garlic and spinach, cooking until the spinach wilts.

3️⃣ Prepare the Sauce – Pour in chicken broth, heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and thyme. Stir well and let simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.

4️⃣ Combine & Serve – Return the salmon to the pan, spooning the creamy sauce over the fillets. Serve hot with your favorite sideβ€”mashed potatoes, rice, or a light salad.

⏱ Prep Time: 5 minutes

⏱ Cook Time: 15 minutes

πŸ”₯ Calories: ~450 kcal per serving

🍽 Servings: 2

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