This delicious Baked Boursin Salmon comes together in about 20 minutes and is baked for a quick and easy weeknight dinner that your family will love! Honestly, this dish is one of those meals that feels fancy but is super simple to whip up on busy evenings.
Ingredients Breakdown
Let’s make sure you have everything you need. Here’s what you’ll be gathering for this easy Baked Boursin Salmon recipe:
4 salmon fillets (5–6 ounces each): Salmon is not just packed with flavor; it’s also loaded with healthy omega-3s! Wild-caught, if you can find it, is usually the best option.
1 round of Boursin cheese (5.2 oz): This is what makes the salmon creamy and bursting with flavor! I always use the garlic and fine herbs variety, but you can totally switch it up if you have a different flavor hanging out in your fridge.
2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter: You can’t go wrong with butter for flavor, but olive oil works just as well if you prefer it. Both will help achieve a lovely, crispy exterior on the salmon.
2 cloves garlic, minced: Fresh garlic makes everything taste better! The aroma while it cooks is just heavenly.
1 tablespoon lemon juice & 1 teaspoon lemon zest: Adding lemon really brightens this dish and balances that richness from the cheese.
Salt and black pepper to taste: I mean, let’s face it, a couple pinches of salt and pepper can really amp things up.
Fresh parsley for garnish: Totally optional, but it adds a lovely pop of color and freshness on top!
Let’s Get Cooking!
To make this Baked Boursin Salmon, follow these super simple steps:
Step 1: Preheat your oven.
Get that oven of yours heated to 400°F (200°C). The magic happens quickly, so let’s get ahead of the game.
Step 2: Prep the baking dish.
Lightly grease a baking dish or line it with parchment paper. Honestly, I love parchment paper because cleanup is a breeze, and who doesn’t love fewer dishes, right?
Step 3: Make the cheesy goodness.
In a mixing bowl, combine your Boursin cheese, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, and half of the olive oil until smooth and creamy. This step is super satisfying, and honestly, just tastes good enough to slather on everything. You’ll want to dive right in!
Step 4: Prepare the salmon.
Pat your salmon fillets dry with a paper towel. Drizzle the remaining olive oil all over those beauties, and season them with a couple pinches of salt and black pepper. Trust me, this simple seasoning is essential.
Step 5: Assemble it all together.
Place the salmon in your baking dish skin-side down (if applicable) and spread that luscious cheese mixture over each fillet. Just spread it out… generously!
Step 6: Bake to perfection!
Pop that dish into your preheated oven and bake for about 15–20 minutes until it’s fully cooked through (internal temperature should reach 145°F/63°C). Oh, and you’ll know it’s ready when it flakes easily with a fork and smells divine!
If you loved this recipe, be sure to check out my Easy Tuscan Salmon or my Perfectly Pineapple Glazed Salmon!
What Makes This Recipe Special
Quick & Easy
This Baked Boursin Salmon comes together in just 20 minutes, which means you can have dinner on the table in a flash! I love when everything clicks together like that, and trust me, your busy weeknights will thank you.
One-Pan Cleanup
You’ve got minimal cleanup with this dish! Just one baking dish means less time scrubbing and more time enjoying that salmon. And isn’t that how we all want to spend our evenings?
Healthy & Delicious
Salmon is not only delicious, but it’s also packed with omega-3 fatty acids, making this dish a healthy choice that doesn’t skimp on flavor! Seriously, it feels good to put healthy food on the table.
Customizable
As I mentioned, you can easily switch it up. If you have different cheese, herbs, or veggies lying around, toss them in! Feel free to mix and match, I love a recipe that allows for creativity.
Perfect for Meal Prep
Planning ahead? This recipe is also perfect for meal prep, make extra for lunches or freeze for later. We all love a dish that does double duty!
Serving and Storage Tips
What to Serve With This
Pair your Baked Boursin Salmon with side dishes like roasted asparagus, wild rice, or even a light salad. You can also involve the kids in making a colorful veggie platter, it’s a great way to make dinner more fun!
Storage
You can store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Good luck not eating it all in one go, though!
Reheating Instructions
To reheat, pop it back in the oven at a low temperature or nuke it in the microwave until warmed through. Just make sure not to overdo it in the microwave; nobody wants dry salmon!
Freezer Friendly?
If you made extra and want to freeze it, you absolutely can! Just wrap it tightly with foil or plastic wrap, then place it in an airtight container. It’ll keep well in the freezer for about 2 months. Just thaw it overnight in the fridge and reheat when you’re ready to enjoy!
And there you have it, folks! This Baked Boursin Salmon is an absolute delight, quick, and super versatile. Give it a go, and I promise you’ll be falling in love with this dish, perhaps even more than your family will. Each forkful is sheer bliss, and I just can’t wait for you all to try it! Happy cooking!
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Baked Boursin Salmon
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: Pescatarian
Description
Quick and easy baked salmon topped with creamy Boursin cheese, perfect for a busy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets (5–6 ounces each)
- 1 round of Boursin cheese (5.2 oz)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Lightly grease a baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine Boursin cheese, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, and half of the olive oil until smooth and creamy.
- Pat salmon fillets dry and drizzle with remaining olive oil; season with salt and pepper.
- Place salmon in the baking dish skin-side down and spread the cheese mixture over each fillet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes until fully cooked through (internal temperature should reach 145°F/63°C).
Notes
Customize with leftover veggies or different flavors of Boursin cheese. Great for meal prep and minimal cleanup!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg