Description
This Bacon Jam Salmon features tender fish topped with a rich layer of savory bacon jam. Perfectly baked and ready in 25 minutes, it’s a fantastic choice for a quick, delectable dinner. Enjoy a unique flavor that brings warmth to any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole salmon filet (2 to 2 ½ pounds)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup onion bacon jam
- Fresh parsley (chopped)
- Chives (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- Place salmon skin-side down on the sheet and pat dry.
- Drizzle with olive oil and coat evenly.
- Mix paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper; sprinkle over salmon.
- Spread bacon jam evenly over salmon.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes until flaky and internal temperature reaches 130°F.
- Let rest for 2-3 minutes, then garnish with parsley and chives.
Notes
Using room temperature salmon helps in even cooking.
Do not overbake; check for internal temperature to prevent dryness.
Consider a squeeze of lemon juice before serving for added freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg