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Skillet Bacon Wrapped Salmon Recipe

Skillet Bacon Wrapped Salmon Recipe

Author: Heather Painchaud
Skillet bacon wrapped salmon - absolutely delicious, moist and perfectly cooked in the skillet every time.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Additional Time 4 minutes
Total Time 19 minutes
Course Skillet
Servings 2

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Salmon Fillets approximately 3 oz each
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest
  • 4 Bacon Strips uncooked
  • 2 teaspoons Maple Syrup

Instructions
 

  • 1. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towel.
  • 2. Season the salmon fillets with salt, pepper and lemon zest, to taste.
  • 3. Use two strips of bacon to wrap each salmon fillet, overlapping the strips slightly to ensure even coverage after the salmon bakes.
  • 4. Place a skillet over medium heat.
  • 5. Once skillet is hot, place the bacon-wrapped salmon in the pan and cook 2-3 minutes until bacon is lightly browned.
  • 6. Flip salmon and cook 2 minutes.
  • 7. Wrap the top of the skillet in aluminum foil and cook until the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees F or the bacon is done to your liking.
  • Note: Alternatively, place the skillet in an oven and broil for 3-4 minutes.
  • 8. Drizzle the salmon with maple syrup and brush with a pastry brush to ensure even coverage.