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one pan lemon butter salmon rice bake recipe

Golden One Pan Lemon Butter Salmon Rice Bake

A smiling woman in a modern kitchen, wearing a brown apron, preparing a delicious dish with fresh ingredients.Sorrel Calver
A deliciously easy one pan meal featuring rich salmon, a zesty lemon butter sauce, and fluffy rice, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 9x13-inch baking dish
  • 1 Aluminum foil
  • 1 Small saucepan

Ingredients
  

For the Rice

  • 1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice
  • 3 cups chicken broth

For the Salmon

  • 4 salmon fillets
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Lemon Butter Sauce

  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 1 tsp garlic powder

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F. In a baking dish, combine rice and chicken broth. Stir well to ensure even distribution.
  • Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper on both sides. Place them on top of the rice in the baking dish.
  • In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Add the lemon juice, lemon zest, and garlic powder, stirring until combined.
  • Drizzle the lemon butter sauce evenly over the salmon and rice.
  • Cover the baking dish tightly with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, until the rice is tender and the salmon is cooked through.

Serving

  • Remove the foil and let the dish cool slightly before serving hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Storage

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the microwave before serving.

Notes

Pro Tips: For a richer flavor, you can add a splash of white wine to the lemon butter sauce. Make sure to adjust seasoning as needed.
Ingredient Substitutions: You can use brown rice or quinoa instead of white rice for a healthier twist.
How to Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges for added freshness.
Storage & Freshness: Store in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Make-Ahead Tips: You can prepare the lemon butter sauce ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator until ready to use.
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