Easy Lemon Butter Salmon with Crispy Potatoes and Broccoli
Easy Lemon Butter Salmon with crispy potatoes and broccoli is a quick, healthy weeknight dinner. After making this many times, I’ve perfected the crispy texture and rich, tangy sauce. The trick I discovered is using high heat and a hot oven. Keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Cheesy Asparagus Casserole and Easy Mediterranean Tuna Salad.
Why This Easy Lemon Butter Salmon with Crispy Potatoes and Broccoli Is Pure Comfort
- Juicy salmon in a rich, tangy sauce
- Crispy potatoes and tender broccoli
- Better than takeout and ready in 20 minutes
- Easy cleanup with just one pan
What You'll Need for Easy Lemon Butter Salmon with Crispy Potatoes and Broccoli
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Salmon fillets
- Baby potatoes
- Broccoli florets
- Lemon
- Butter
- Garlic
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- Red pepper flakes
- Dried oregano
- Fresh parsley
- Optional: Lemon wedges
- Optional: Fresh parsley
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Salmon: Use skin-on fillets for crispy skin.
- Potatoes: Halve or quarter larger potatoes.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Cast iron skillet — Even heat for perfect searing and crispy skin. → See on Amazon
- Silicone cooking mat — Prevents potatoes from sticking and burning. → See on Amazon
How to Make Easy Lemon Butter Salmon with Crispy Potatoes and Broccoli
- Preheat oven and pan: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Heat a large oven-safe skillet over high heat.
- Cook salmon: Season salmon with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Place skin-side down in the hot skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes until skin is crispy. Flip and cook for 1-2 minutes more.
- Add potatoes and broccoli: Transfer skillet to the oven. Toss potatoes and broccoli with olive oil, salt, pepper, and oregano. Spread around salmon. Cook for 10-12 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Finish with lemon butter: Remove skillet from oven. Squeeze lemon juice into the skillet. Add butter and garlic. Spoon sauce over salmon and potatoes. Garnish with parsley.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Lemon Butter Salmon with Crispy Potatoes and Broccoli
- : Use high heat to get a crispy skin on the salmon.
- Common mistake and fix: If potatoes are sticking, use a silicone cooking mat or add more oil.
- : For extra flavor, add a splash of white wine to the skillet before adding butter.
- : To make ahead, cook salmon and vegetables separately. Reheat in the oven before serving.
Storing & Reheating Easy Lemon Butter Salmon with Crispy Potatoes and Broccoli
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Salmon and vegetables can be cooked separately and reheated before serving.
Freezing Easy Lemon Butter Salmon with Crispy Potatoes and Broccoli
Freeze cooked salmon and vegetables separately for up to 2 months.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For extra crispy skin, pat salmon dry before cooking.
- Best substitution: Use cod or halibut instead of salmon.
- Make-ahead: Cook salmon and vegetables separately and reheat before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved.
- Troubleshooting: If potatoes are sticking, use a silicone cooking mat or add more oil.
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Easy Lemon Butter Salmon with Crispy Potatoes and Broccoli
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Salmon fillets
- Baby potatoes
- Broccoli florets
- Lemon
- Butter
- Garlic
- Olive oil
Seasonings
- Salt
- Pepper
- Red pepper flakes
- Dried oregano
- Fresh parsley
Optional Toppings
- Lemon wedges
- Fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat oven and pan: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Heat a large oven-safe skillet over high heat.
- Cook salmon: Season salmon with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Place skin-side down in the hot skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes until skin is crispy. Flip and cook for 1-2 minutes more.
- Add potatoes and broccoli: Transfer skillet to the oven. Toss potatoes and broccoli with olive oil, salt, pepper, and oregano. Spread around salmon. Cook for 10-12 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Finish with lemon butter: Remove skillet from oven. Squeeze lemon juice into the skillet. Add butter and garlic. Spoon sauce over salmon and potatoes. Garnish with parsley.
Notes
- Chef tip: For extra crispy skin, pat salmon dry before cooking.
- Best substitution: Use cod or halibut instead of salmon.
- Make-ahead: Cook salmon and vegetables separately and reheat before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved.
- Troubleshooting: If potatoes are sticking, use a silicone cooking mat or add more oil.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze cooked salmon and vegetables separately for up to 2 months.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 10-15 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
- Make ahead: Salmon and vegetables can be cooked separately and reheated before serving.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 35g
- Fat: 25g
- Carbs: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Cholesterol: 95mg
- Sat. Fat: 8g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Lemon Butter Salmon with Crispy Potatoes and Broccoli FAQs
Yes, cook salmon and vegetables separately and reheat before serving.
Overcooking is the most common reason. Use a meat thermometer to check for 145°F (63°C) internal temperature.
Yes, thaw frozen salmon in the refrigerator overnight before cooking.
Yes, cook salmon and vegetables separately in the air fryer at 400°F (200°C) for 10-12 minutes.
Yes, this recipe is naturally gluten-free.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Lemon Butter Salmon with Crispy Potatoes and Broccoli and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
