Description
Lemon Salmon Piccata is a delicious, quick-to-make dish featuring tender salmon fillets pan-seared to golden perfection, then topped with a tangy lemon, caper, and white wine sauce. Perfect for a healthy weeknight meal, this recipe balances the richness of salmon with bright citrus and aromatic herbs, providing a flavorful and satisfying dinner in just 20 minutes.
Ingredients
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Salmon and Coating
- 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
- 4 salmon fillets
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup flour
Sauce
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/3 cup white wine
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1 Tablespoon fresh thyme
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 Tablespoons capers
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 Tablespoon water
Instructions
- Prepare and Coat Salmon: In a medium nonstick skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper. Place the flour in a shallow bowl and coat each side of the salmon fillets evenly with flour.
- Cook Salmon: Add the salmon fillets to the skillet skin-side down. Cook each side for 4-5 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the salmon flakes easily with a fork. Remove the salmon from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
- Make Sauce: Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 20 seconds until fragrant. Pour in the white wine and fresh lemon juice while whisking to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits. Stir in fresh thyme, capers, and chicken broth to combine.
- Thicken Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water until smooth. Add this mixture to the sauce in the skillet and whisk continuously until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Combine and Serve: Return the salmon fillets to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them. Allow the salmon to warm through for a minute, then serve immediately with sauce drizzled on top.
Notes
- Use skin-on salmon fillets for better texture and flavor, but you can remove the skin if preferred.
- White wine in the sauce can be substituted with extra chicken broth or lemon juice for a non-alcoholic version.
- Ensure the skillet is hot enough before adding the salmon to get a nice crust and prevent sticking.
- Serve this dish with rice, pasta, or steamed vegetables to make a complete meal.
- Fresh thyme can be replaced with parsley or oregano if desired.
