Baked Salmon with Boursin Cheese Sauce
Indulge in the creamy decadence of our Baked Salmon with Boursin Cheese Sauce — tender, flaky salmon topped with a rich, herb-infused sauce that melts in your mouth!
Ingredients
- 4 6 oz. skinless salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 2 tbsp old style Dijon mustard
- Salt and ground black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp fresh chopped parsley optional
- Lemon slices for serving (optional)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2/3 cup chicken stock
- 1 x 5 oz. pack of Boursin Garlic & Herbs Cheese at room temperature
- 1-2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Pat the salmon dry with a paper towel. In a small bowl, mix lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, and Dijon mustard.
- Place the salmon fillets in the baking dish and rub them with the lemon juice mixture. Season with salt and pepper.
- Bake the salmon for 10-12 minutes, or until cooked through.
- While the salmon is baking, melt butter in a small pot over medium heat.
- Pour the chicken stock into the pot and blend in the Boursin cheese until fully incorporated. Simmer until the sauce thickens.
- Remove the sauce from heat and stir in the lemon juice.
- Drizzle the Boursin cheese sauce over the cooked salmon in the baking dish, combining it with the natural pan juices.
- Garnish with parsley and serve with lemon slices.
Notes
Notes: You can pair this dish with a side of roasted vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.