🐟 Creamy Garlic Butter Salmon with Broccoli & Rice

This Creamy Garlic Butter Salmon is a quick, restaurant-quality meal that’s rich, flavorful, and perfect for busy weeknights. Tender salmon bites are coated in a creamy garlic herb sauce and served with steamed broccoli and fluffy rice for a balanced, satisfying dinner.

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📝 Ingredients

For the Salmon

* 🐟 4 salmon fillets, cut into cubes

* 🧈 2 tbsp butter

* 🫒 1 tbsp olive oil

* 🧄 3 cloves garlic, minced

* 🌿 1 tsp Italian seasoning

* 🧂 Salt and black pepper, to taste

For the Creamy Sauce

* 🥛 1 cup heavy cream

* 🧀 ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

* 🌿 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

* 🍋 1 tsp lemon juice

For Serving

* 🥦 2 cups steamed broccoli

* 🍚 2 cups cooked white rice

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👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Season the salmon cubes with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.

2. Heat the butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, then cook the salmon for 2–3 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside.

3. In the same pan, sauté the garlic until fragrant, then pour in the heavy cream.

4. Stir in the Parmesan cheese, parsley, and lemon juice. Simmer until the sauce thickens slightly.

5. Return the salmon to the pan and gently coat it with the creamy sauce.

6. Serve over steamed broccoli with fluffy white rice.

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💡 Tips

* 🌶️ Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.

* 🧀 Freshly grated Parmesan gives the best flavor and texture.

* 🍋 Finish with extra lemon juice for a brighter taste.

* 🥬 Swap broccoli with asparagus, spinach, or green beans.

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⏱️ Prep Time: 10 minutes

🔥 Cook Time: 20 minutes

🍽️ Servings: 4