12 Best Pan Seared Salmon Recipes for Dinner

Pan-Seared Salmon Recipes – Crispy pan-seared salmon recipes are deliciously easy and always ready in minutes! Eatwell101’s favorite pan-seared salmon recipes are now yours, including pan-fried salmon with lemon butter sauce, skillet salmon with white beans, and pan-roasted Teriyaki salmon bowl. Healthy, low carb, full of amazing flavors, and so EASY to make – Enjoy!

by Sidney Yang

Sidney Yang

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Updated Oct 29, 2025

1. Blackened Salmon with Lemon Butter Sauce

THE easiest salmon recipe of your dreams! This delicious blackened salmon recipe is fool-proof and ready in under 30 minutes!
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

2. Garlic Butter Salmon and Lemon White Beans

This garlic butter salmon and white bean recipe is an easy and delicious weeknight meal everyone will love.
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

3. Creamy Tuscan Salmon Recipe

This Tuscan salmon recipe is so creamy and delicious - Ready in 20 minutes or less, this easy salmon recipe is a winner!
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

4. Garlic Butter Salmon with Lemon Asparagus

This seared salmon recipe with asparagus makes a delicious and nutritious dinner. Healthy salmon is quick to cook and ready in under 15 minutes!
Cooking time: 25 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

5. Lemon Garlic Butter Salmon with Zucchini Noodles

Light, low carbs and ready in 15 minutes - Dinner perfection!
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

6. Teriyaki Salmon Bowl

This Teriyaki salmon recipe is packed full of flavor and super easy to make at home! A flaky, moist and delicious teriyaki salmon recipe.
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

7. Tuscan Garlic Salmon with Spinach and Tomato

This Tuscan salmon recipe takes just a few minutes of prep and makes a perfect weeknight meal in 30 minutes or less.
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

8. The Best Teriyaki Salmon

This teriyaki salmon recipe is a quick, easy, and delicious dinner for busy weeknights. Try teriyaki salmon over rice or rice noodles!
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

9. Pan Seared Salmon with Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sauce

Hearty yet delectably healthy, this creamy salmon recipe is ready in under 20 minutes.
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

10. Easy Teriyaki Salmon

This Teriyaki salmon recipe is simple, quick, and is super flavorful. Salmon fillets are pan-seared to perfection and turn out super flaky, delicious with our homemade teriyaki sauce!
Cooking time: 12 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

11. Spicy Honey Garlic Salmon

Say hello to your new favorite healthy dinner!
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

12. Spicy Sriracha-Glazed Salmon with Yogurt Sauce

A sweet and spicy dish, perfect for a quick dinner after a long day at work.
Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

13. Meal-Prep Salmon and Asparagus in (15-Minute )

This easy salmon meal prep recipe is a great way to guide yourself into a healthier lifestyle.
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

14. Easy Salmon Rice Bowl

This tasty salmon rice bowl makes for a satisfying lunch or dinner and takes only 5 minutes to put together. It's so good, you'll be making the salmon rice bowl recipe on repeat!
Cooking time: 5 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

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How to Sear Salmon

• To sear salmon filets, start by drying room salmon filets with a paper towel.
• Preheat a heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat.
• Add a tablespoon of olive oil and swirl it around the skillet.
• Season the salmon filets with salt and pepper and place it skin side down in the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes and press down on the salmon with a spatula or spoon to ensure even cooking.
• Flip the salmon and cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until the salmon filets are cooked through, crispy and golden. Serve the salmon immediately.

Tips to make Best Pan-Seared Salmon

1. Preheat the skillet: Heat a skillet on medium-high heat.

2. Add oil to the skillet and let it heat for 30 seconds.

3. Check the temperature: Use a thermometer to check the internal temperature of the salmon. The salmon should reach an internal temperature of 145°F. If not, continue to cook until it reaches this temperature.
4. Serve the salmon with your favorite sides and enjoy!