Creamy Boursin Salmon : A Rich, Herb-Infused Skillet Favorite
This creamy Boursin salmon is elegant, flavorful, and unbelievably easy to pull together. With perfectly seared salmon fillets simmered in a velvety garlic herb cheese sauce, this one-pan dish is ready in under 30 minutes and feels straight out of a restaurant kitchen. It’s cozy, comforting, and full of fresh flavor thanks to lemon, herbs, and creamy Boursin cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15–20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients
2 pounds fresh salmon, cut into 6–8 pieces
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt & pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
1 medium onion, chopped
1½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice (plus zest for brightness, optional)
2 (5.2 oz / 150g each) packages Boursin Fine Herbs & Garlic cheese, softened
2–4 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley
Flavor Twists:
Add 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard to the sauce for depth
Sin a handful of baby spinach or chopped kale to wilt in the sauce
Finish with a sprinkle of chili flakes for a gentle kick
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Instructions
Pat salmon dry and season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Sear the Salmon:
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear salmon, skin-side down first, for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and just cooked through. Remove and set aside.
Sauté Aromatics:
Reduce heat to medium. Add butter and chopped onion to the pan. Sauté for 3–5 minutes until softened and translucent.
Build the Sauce:
Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice. Simmer for 2–3 minutes, then stir in Boursin cheese until melted and creamy.
Combine:
Return salmon to the skillet and spoon sauce over the top. Simmer for another 2–3 minutes until everything is heated through and flavors meld.
Garnish & Serve:
Sprinkle with chopped parsley and optional lemon zest. Serve over rice, mashed potatoes, or sautéed greens.
Nutrition
- Calories: 490 kcal
- Fat: 35g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g