This delightful Garlic Butter Salmon and Potato Packet is the perfect one-serving meal for a quick, delicious, and healthy dinner. With tender slices of potato layered beneath a succulent salmon fillet, this dish is infused with the rich flavors of garlic and fresh parsley. Cooking everything in a parchment packet keeps the salmon moist and allows the ingredients to meld together perfectly. It’s an easy way to enjoy a wholesome, satisfying meal in under 30 minutes!
Ingredients
- 1 small white potato, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- 6 oz (200 g) skinless salmon fillet
Special Equipment
- Parchment paper or aluminum foil, 12 x 18 inches (41 x 46 cm)
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Fold the parchment paper in half, then open it up.
- On one half of the parchment, arrange the sliced potatoes in a single layer.
- In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, minced garlic, and chopped parsley.
- Drizzle half of the garlic butter mixture over the potatoes and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Lay the salmon fillet on top of the potatoes, and pour over the remaining garlic butter mixture. Season again with salt and pepper.
- Fold the parchment paper over the salmon and potatoes, then crimp the edges by folding over themselves to form a sealed packet.
- Place the packet on a baking sheet and bake for 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the salmon reaches 145˚F (63˚C).
Serving
Carefully open the packet, being cautious of any escaping steam, and transfer the salmon and potatoes to a plate. The salmon should be tender and flaky, and the potatoes infused with a delicate garlic butter flavor.
This Garlic Butter Salmon and Potato Packet is an easy and flavorful dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or whenever you’re craving a quick and healthy meal. Enjoy the simplicity and elegance of this delicious recipe!