Easy Texas Roadhouse Salmon in 30 Minutes
Recreate the flavorful Texas Roadhouse salmon at home with this easy recipe that’s ready in just 30 minutes, featuring a seasoned pan-seared or grilled fillet topped with lemon garlic butter sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Pan-Seared, Grilled
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 (6-8 oz) salmon fillets, skin on or off
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- For the Seasoning:
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp dried dill
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for a kick)
- For the Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce:
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels.
- Mix the Seasoning: In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, dried dill, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Sprinkle this seasoning mixture generously over both sides of the salmon fillets.
- Cook the Salmon (Pan-Seared Method): Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a non-stick or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully place the seasoned salmon fillets, skin-side down if applicable, in the pan. Sear for 4-5 minutes until the skin is crispy and golden brown. Flip the fillets and cook for another 3-5 minutes, or until the salmon reaches an internal temperature of 145°F and flakes easily with a fork.
- Cook the Salmon (Grilled Method): Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Brush the grill grates with a little oil to prevent sticking. Place the seasoned salmon fillets on the hot grill. Grill for 4-6 minutes per side, or until cooked through and nicely charred.
- Make the Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce: While the salmon cooks, melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant (do not brown). Remove from heat and stir in the fresh lemon juice.
- Serve: Transfer the cooked salmon to serving plates. Drizzle generously with the warm lemon garlic butter sauce. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve immediately.