Description
Texas Roadhouse-Style Baked Salmon is a delectable dish that effortlessly brings the restaurant experience into your home. Featuring tender salmon fillets drizzled with a rich garlic butter glaze, this recipe is enhanced by the zesty brightness of lemon and the warmth of paprika. Perfectly cooked in under 30 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for both busy weeknights and special occasions. Rich in flavor yet simple to prepare, this dish is guaranteed to please your family and guests alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6–8 oz each), skin on or off as preferred
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Pat the salmon fillets dry and place them skin-side down on the baking sheet. Brush with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, brown sugar, minced garlic, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Brush the glaze over the salmon fillets, reserving some for later if desired.
- Bake in the oven for 12–15 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove from the oven, drizzle pan juices over the salmon, garnish with parsley if using, and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg