
Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 20 mins | Servings: 2 | Calories: ~600 per serving
Ingredients
For the Salmon 
2 salmon fillets (skin-on or skinless)

Ingredients
For the Salmon

2 salmon fillets (skin-on or skinless)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
For the Creamy Garlic Mushroom Sauce

1 tablespoon butter
1 small onion (chopped)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 cup mushrooms (sliced)
1 teaspoon dried thyme (or fresh)
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ cup chicken or vegetable broth
½ cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
For the Spinach

2 cups fresh spinach
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Sear the Salmon: Heat olive oil and butter in a pan over medium-high heat. Season salmon with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.

Make the Sauce: In the same pan, melt butter and sauté onions, garlic, and mushrooms until soft. Add thyme, salt, and pepper. Pour in broth and simmer for 2 minutes. Stir in heavy cream and Dijon mustard, then cook until thickened.

Cook the Spinach: Add fresh spinach to the sauce and let it wilt for 1-2 minutes.

Pro Tips & Variations
Want it spicier? Add red pepper flakes to the sauce.
Low-carb option? Serve with cauliflower mash instead of rice.
Extra flavor? Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the salmon before serving.