Creating Garlic Butter Salmon is straightforward if you follow these easy steps:

1. Prepare the Ingredients: Gather all the ingredients on your kitchen counter for maximum efficiency.
2. Season the Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and sprinkle both sides with salt and pepper.
3. Heat the Skillet: In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat until bubbling.
4. Cook the Salmon: Place the salmon fillets in the skillet, skin side down. Cook for about 4-5 minutes without moving them.
5. Flip the Fillets: Carefully flip the salmon fillets and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes, or until cooked through to your desired doneness.
6. Add Garlic: In the last minute of cooking, add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
7. Incorporate Butter and Lemon: Pour the remaining butter into the skillet, followed by the lemon juice. Spoon the garlic butter over the salmon fillets to baste them.
8. Finish with Parsley: Remove the skillet from the heat, and sprinkle parsley over the salmon for freshness.
9. Rest the Salmon: Allow the salmon to rest for 5 minutes in the pan before serving.
10. Serve with Lemon Wedges: Plate the salmon with lemon wedges for an extra burst of flavor.

Follow these steps to create a meal that’s guaranteed to please everyone at the table!