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Sheet Pan Chili Dijon Salmon

Sheet Pan Chili Dijon Salmon: Quick Dinner Bliss in 25 Minutes

This Sheet Pan Chili Dijon Salmon is a quick and healthy dinner option, prepared with a sweet chili glaze and fresh salmon.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 1 lbs Skin-on Salmon Wild-caught enhances richness.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Adds healthy fats for even cooking.
For the Glaze
  • 1/4 cup Sweet Chili Sauce Choose a brand without additives.
  • 2 tbsp Stone Ground Dijon Mustard Use grainy varieties for added texture.
  • 1 tbsp Chili Garlic Sauce Adjust according to heat preference.
  • 2 tbsp Honey Can substitute with brown sugar.
Optional Garnishes
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice Brightens the dish.
  • Fresh Herbs Basil, cilantro, or parsley.

Equipment

  • sheet pan
  • Aluminum foil
  • mixing bowl
  • spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a heavy-duty sheet pan with aluminum foil.
  2. Place the skin-on salmon on the prepared sheet pan, skin-side down, and drizzle with olive oil.
  3. In a medium mixing bowl, combine sweet chili sauce, stone ground Dijon mustard, chili garlic sauce, and honey. Stir until smooth.
  4. Generously dollop the sauce over the salmon fillet, letting some pool around it.
  5. Bake the salmon for 10-15 minutes until it turns a vibrant pink and flakes easily with a fork.
  6. Switch the oven to broil and broil the salmon for an additional 5-8 minutes until browned.
  7. Remove from the oven, let rest, and optionally squeeze lemon juice and sprinkle with fresh herbs before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 32gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Watch for overcooking; uniform thickness of salmon helps even cooking. Adjust spice levels as desired. Leftovers can be enjoyed cold or on grain bowls.

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