Easy Lemon Butter Salmon with Crispy Potatoes and Broccoli
Easy Lemon Butter Salmon is a quick, delicious, and healthy weeknight dinner. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to perfectly crispy potatoes and tender salmon every time. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Quick Zucchini Noodles with Pesto and Grilled Shrimp and Easy Summer Peach Chia Pudding.
Why This Easy Lemon Butter Salmon with Crispy Potatoes and Broccoli Is Pure Comfort
- Juicy, flaky salmon in a tangy lemon butter sauce
- Crispy potatoes and tender broccoli on the side
- Ready in just 20 minutes – better than takeout!
- Easy, healthy, and family-friendly
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
- Garlic
- Lemon
- Salt
- Pepper
- Butter
- Optional: Fresh parsley
- Optional: Red pepper flakes
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Salmon fillets: Skin-on fillets work best for crispy skin.
- Baby potatoes: Halve or quarter larger potatoes to ensure even cooking.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Stainless Steel Skillet — Even heat distribution for perfect searing. → See on Amazon
- Instant-Read Meat Thermometer — Ensures perfectly cooked salmon every time. → See on Amazon
How to Make Easy Lemon Butter Salmon with Crispy Potatoes and Broccoli
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 15 minutes.
- Step 2: Season salmon with salt, pepper, and garlic. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear salmon skin-side down for 4-5 minutes, then flip and cook for another 2-4 minutes or until desired doneness.
- Step 3: In the same skillet, melt butter and add lemon juice, garlic, and red pepper flakes (if using). Simmer for 1 minute. Pour sauce over salmon.
- Step 4: Toss broccoli with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Add to the baking sheet with potatoes and roast for another 10-12 minutes or until tender.
- Step 5: Serve salmon with potatoes and broccoli. Drizzle with remaining sauce and garnish with fresh parsley (if using).
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Lemon Butter Salmon with Crispy Potatoes and Broccoli
- Common mistake and fix: Overcooking salmon can make it dry. Use a meat thermometer to ensure it reaches 145°F (63°C) but no more.
- Pro tip: For extra crispy skin, score the salmon skin in a diagonal pattern before searing.
- Pro tip: To make ahead, cook salmon and potatoes separately, then 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: Potatoes can be roasted up to 2 days ahead. Salmon is best cooked fresh.
Freezing Easy Lemon Butter Salmon with Crispy Potatoes and Broccoli
Freeze cooked salmon for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in a 350°F (180°C) oven for 10-15 minutes or until warmed through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or until warmed through. Be careful not to overcook.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a one-pan meal, you can cook the potatoes and broccoli in the skillet after searing the salmon. Just add a little more oil and cook until tender.
- Best substitution: Instead of broccoli, try asparagus or green beans for a different side dish.
- Make-ahead: Cook salmon and potatoes separately, then reheat in the oven before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe serves 4. To double, simply double all ingredients.
- Troubleshooting: If potatoes are not crispy, try increasing the oven temperature to 450°F (230°C) and roasting for a shorter time.
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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
- Salt
- Pepper
Seasonings
- Garlic
- Lemon
- Salt
- Pepper
- Butter
Optional Toppings
- Fresh parsley
- Red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 15 minutes.
- Step 2: Season salmon with salt, pepper, and garlic. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear salmon skin-side down for 4-5 minutes, then flip and cook for another 2-4 minutes or until desired doneness.
- Step 3: In the same skillet, melt butter and add lemon juice, garlic, and red pepper flakes (if using). Simmer for 1 minute. Pour sauce over salmon.
- Step 4: Toss broccoli with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Add to the baking sheet with potatoes and roast for another 10-12 minutes or until tender.
- Step 5: Serve salmon with potatoes and broccoli. Drizzle with remaining sauce and garnish with fresh parsley (if using).
Notes
- Chef tip: For a one-pan meal, you can cook the potatoes and broccoli in the skillet after searing the salmon. Just add a little more oil and cook until tender.
- Best substitution: Instead of broccoli, try asparagus or green beans for a different side dish.
- Make-ahead: Cook salmon and potatoes separately, then reheat in the oven before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe serves 4. To double, simply double all ingredients.
- Troubleshooting: If potatoes are not crispy, try increasing the oven temperature to 450°F (230°C) and roasting for a shorter time.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze cooked salmon for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in a 350°F (180°C) oven for 10-15 minutes or until warmed through.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or until warmed through. Be careful not to overcook.
- Make ahead: Potatoes can be roasted up to 2 days ahead. Salmon is best cooked fresh.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 35g
- Fat: 25g
- Carbs: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- 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 potatoes separately, then reheat in the oven before serving.
Overcooking can make salmon dry. Use a meat thermometer to ensure it reaches 145°F (63°C) but no more.
Yes, freeze cooked salmon for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
Yes, cook potatoes at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes, then add broccoli for the last 5-7 minutes. Cook salmon at 400°F (200°C) for 8-10 minutes.
Try Quick Zucchini Noodles with Pesto and Grilled Shrimp or Easy Summer Peach Chia Pudding for a complete meal.
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!
