Pan Seared Barbecue Salmon

Salmon Fillets or steaks seasoned with a barbecue spice blend are pan seared and baked. This simple dish is so simple and tasty. Furthermore, this dish is ready to eat in less than ten minutes, start to finish.

Pan Seared Barbecue Salmon on white plate with rice pilaf, showing bite shot on fork.  Bowl of salad greens in background set on blue and white linen.

With this salmon recipe, the sweet and savory flavors of barbecue can be enjoyed year round. There is no need to wait for favorable grilling weather, as this recipe for Pan Seared Barbecue Salmon is seared in a non-stick skillet and then roasted in the oven for a few minutes. Additionally, this salmon recipe is quick and easy to prepare. 

The Seasoning

Pan Seared Barbecue Salmon on white plate with brown rice pilaf set on blue and white linen.

To make things even easier, the barbecue seasoning can be mixed up ahead of time and stored in a spice jar.  Oftentimes, I double or triple the spice mixture and store on my spice shelf. This makes it even easier to pull together a quick meal. With a simple few shakes, the salmon is ready for the skillet and oven. Add a simple salad or vegetable and dinner is served. Or perhaps a salad that has grain and vegetables like a simple Brown Rice Pilaf. If you have an avocado on hand, consider a simple green salad with tomato and avocado. Avocado makes a killer combination when paired with salmon. For a simple salad, try a plate of alternating tomato and avocado slices.

Pan Seared Barbecue Salmon in Pan

Or perhaps you would prefer to consider this recipe for Spicy Black Bean Salad with Mangos. The bean dish brings forth a slightly spicy edge paired with the sweet mango, further complimenting the savory barbecue seasoning.

For the Salmon

Pan Seared Barbecue Salmon on dish with rub seasoning

While it is much easier to prepare fillets, salmon steaks may be substituted.  Additionally, it is easier to work with smaller fillets rather than one large piece.  Individual portions are easier to turn over than one big piece.  For this reason, I cut my fillets into 5-6 ounce portions.  

Pan Seared Barbecue Salmon searing in non-stick skillet.

Update: 3/26/2020

When I first began making this recipe, I used only salmon fillets with the skin on. But recently, I began purchasing the farm-raised salmon available at warehouse stores like Costco. Often times this salmon is both boneless and skinless. Not only have I found this salmon to be a better buy, it is cleaned and fillet so nicely, as all the grey matter has been removed. At first I was reluctant to cook this salmon, fearing that it would break apart when flipping. However, I have found it quite easy to work with, and highly recommend it. In the picture below, boneless skinless farm-raised salmon was used.

Pan Seared Barbecue Salmon and rice pilaf on white plate featuring bite shot on fork.  Salad bowl of fresh green in background set on blue and white linen.
Pan Seared Barbeque Salmon Updated

A 5-6 ounce serving of salmon seasoned with 2 teaspoons of barbecue spice mixture is 1 WW Smart Point or 257 Calories.

Barbecue Salmon with rice pilaf on white plate set on blue and white linens.

Buon Appetito!

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Pan Seared Barbecue Salmon

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Pan seared salmon seasoned with barbecue seasoning, for the sweet-savory flavors of summer year round.

  • Author: Mia
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 5 ounce per person 1x
  • Category: Entree/Seafood
  • Method: Stovetop and Oven
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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FOR SEASONING:

  • 2 Tablespoons Brown Sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoons Kosher Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon Dry Mustard

FOR THE SALMON:

  • A 56 ounce FIllet per person
  • 1/4 teaspoon of Butter for the pan

Instructions

FOR THE SEASONING:

  1. Combine all ingredients for the seasoning mix in a small jar.    This recipe  will make  9 1/2 teaspoons of seasoning, enough for 5 servings of fish.   Any additional mix can be stored in an air-tight jar.  

FOR THE SALMON:

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  2. Rinse salmon under cool water removing any loose scales.
  3. Pat salmon dry with paper towels and arrange on a dish.
  4. Rub 2 teaspoons of seasoning on each fillet.
  5. Heat an oven-proof, nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.  Add the butter and with a spatula spread throughout pan.  Immediately place the salmon fillets rub side down.  When the salmon releases easily and rub-side is browned, flip the fillets over, about 2-3 minutes. 
  6. Transfer pan immediately to pre-heated oven.
  7. Roast until the thickest part of the fillet flakes easily with a fork, about another 5-6 minutes.  This may vary by several minutes, depending on the thickness of the fillet.  Please take caution when removing pan from oven.  It is very easy to forget that the handle is hot and grab it. 
  8. Serve immediately

Notes

Weight Watchers and Waist Watchers

A 5-6 ounce Salmon fillet, seasoned with 2 teaspoons of barbecue seasoning is 1 WW Smart Point.

7 comments

  1. This recipe is delicious! I tossed the veggies with seasoned salt and also grilled the halved lemons! I also used olive oil & citrus herb & dill seasoning on the salmon

  2. Made this this evening. Great recipe. Love the rub. Thank you Mia. Glad I found your blog. I highly recommend this recipe. I almost couldn’t find where to write a comment. Glad I did. I will surf around your blog to see what else I might find. Thank you!

    1. Hi Bonnie! It’s so nice to hear that you enjoyed this recipe as much as I do! I’m currently working on some new recipes, so please come back and visit.
      Thank you for your wonderful feedback and the 5 star rating. Have a wonderful summer!

  3. Followed the recipe as closely as possible and it did not disappoint. 5 stars! Still have plenty of the rub which I will use again with Alaskan salmon very soon.






    1. Hi Judy! Thank you for the wonderful rating. I’m so happy you enjoyed this dish. Not only is it delicious but its fast and easy to make. Thanks again for your kind comments.

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