Creamy Boursin Salmon Bake
This creamy Boursin salmon bake is a weeknight-friendly, fancy yet easy dish, featuring juicy salmon in a rich garlic and herb sauce.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets Use skin-on or skinless, as preferred.
- 8 oz Boursin cheese (garlic & fine herbs flavor) Substitute with herbed cream cheese or goat cheese if desired.
- 1/2 cup heavy cream Can use half-and-half for a lighter option.
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp lemon juice Adjust to taste.
- 1 tsp salt Adjust to taste.
- 1/2 tsp pepper Adjust to taste.
- 1/4 cup fresh herbs (optional) Chopped parsley or dill recommended.
- to serve vegetables or salad Choose colorful options like green beans or mixed greens.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Arrange the salmon fillets in a greased baking dish.
- In a bowl, combine Boursin cheese, heavy cream, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Pour the cheese mixture over the salmon fillets.
Cooking
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flaky.
- Serve the salmon with your favorite veggies or a simple salad.
Notes
For best taste, pat salmon dry before cooking. You can assemble up to 12 hours in advance and refrigerate it before baking. Leftovers can be reheated gently and are great for meal prep.