Teriyaki Salmon Sheet Pan Meal
Teriyaki Salmon Sheet Pan Meal is a breeze to make. Tender, flaky salmon, crisp broccoli, and a sweet-savory teriyaki glaze, all on one-pan, and 30-minutes.
Easy Teriyaki Salmon Sheet Pan Meal with Broccoli
This healthy and fast Teriyaki Salmon Sheet Pan Meal with Broccoli is your answer for busy nights. The salmon comes out buttery and perfectly flaky. A simple teriyaki marinade gives it just the right mix of sweet and savory. And the best part? It all roasts on one pan with broccoli (or whatever veggies you’ve got in the fridge), so cleanup is basically a non-event.
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Tips For Choosing The Best Salmon For a Sheet Pan Dinner
- Go for fillets, not steaks. For sheet pan meals, skin-on fillets are your best bet. They cook evenly, stay moist in the oven, and are easier to portion out. Steaks have bones and uneven thickness, which can lead to overcooked edges and undercooked centers.
- Skin-on = more flavor (and easier cooking). The skin helps hold the salmon together and protects the bottom from drying out while it bakes. You can remove it after roasting if your family prefers skinless. They slide right off.
- Choose center-cut pieces if you can. These have a more uniform thickness, so they’ll cook evenly in the oven. The thinner tail-end pieces tend to dry out quicker. The grocery store tends to call them BBQ cut salmon filets.
- Fresh vs. frozen? Both work. Fresh salmon is great if you have access to it but make sure it smells clean (not fishy) and looks moist and vibrant. Frozen salmon is perfectly fine too (I use it often!) Just make sure it’s fully thawed and patted dry before adding the marinade and roasting.
- Wild-caught vs. farm-raised? This one depends on your preferences and budget: Wild-caught salmon (like sockeye or coho) tends to be leaner and more flavorful, but can cook faster and dry out if you’re not careful. Farm-raised salmon (like Atlantic) is often fattier and more forgiving, which makes it a good choice for baking if you’re worried about overcooking.
Simple Ingredients For Teriyaki Salmon Dinner
- Salmon Filets– Choose fresh filets or use frozen and thawed.
- Fresh broccoli– I recommend using fresh broccoli over frozen.
- Teriyaki sauce– I use the Trader Joe’s brand, it’s super yummy.
- Sesame oil
- Sesame seeds
- Green onion
- Salt and pepper
Substitutions For Broccoli
Don’t care for broccoli? Swap for these fresh veggies, which roast well and taste great with teriyaki salmon. Or mix and match for a variety of vegetables.
- Asparagus
- Green beans
- Snow peas or sugar snap peas
- Bell peppers
- Zucchini
- Cauliflower
- Baby bok choy (add in last 5–7 minutes)
- Carrots (slice very thin for faster roasting)
How To Prepare Salmon Sheet Pan Meal
Step one. Marinate the salmon- Place the salmon filets in a resealable bag and add Teriyaki sauce. Marinate for at least 15-minutes or up to 2 hours.
Step Two. Preheat oven and prepare broccoli- Set oven to 375℉ and grease your sheet pan. Add broccoli florets to a bowl and toss with sesame oil, teriyaki sauce, and sprinkle of salt and pepper.
Step Three. Place marinated salmon in the center of your sheet pan and scatter the broccoli around the filets.
Step Four. Bake and enjoy. Place the pan in the oven and bake for 18-20 minutes or until salmon easily flakes with a fork. Place under the broiler for 30-seconds to 1-minute to caramelize. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onion slices before serving.
Serve Salmon Sheet Pan Meal with These Sides
Rice such as classic steamed rice, quinoa or couscous, or make my Buttered Rice, Coconut Rice, or Rice Pilaf for a bit more flavor. If you love noodles, my Easy Asian Noodles, or Cold Asian Noodle Salad will compliment this sheet pan meal beautifully.
Teriyaki Salmon Sheet Pan Meal
Equipment
- sheet pan
- medium bowl
- large resalable bag
Ingredients
- 2 salmon fillets
- 12 ounces broccoli florets I purchase pre-cut broccoli
- 1/4 cup plus 2 tbsp teriyaki sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- sesame seeds to garnish
- green onion slices to garnish
- oil to grease the pan
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Marinate the Salmon
- Place salmon fillets in a resealable bag and add 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce. Remove the air and seal the bag. Place in the refrigerator for at least 15-minutes or up to 2 hours.
Prepare Broccoli
- Add broccoli florets to a medium bowl and toss with 1 tsp sesame oil, 2 tbsp teriyaki sauce, and pinch of salt and pepper. Set aside.
Preheat Oven
- Preheat oven to 375℉. and grease sheet pan with a light layer of oil.
Assemble Sheet Pan Meal
- Place marinated salmon in the center of your sheet pan, then scatter broccoli florets in a single layers around the salmon. Place in the oven and bake for 18-20 minutes or until salmon easily flakes with a fork and broccoli is crisp tender. If desired, place under the broiler for 1-minute to caramelize the top of the salmon, being careful your broccoli doesn't burn.
Garnish and Serve
- Top each salmon piece with sesame seeds and scatter green onion slices over entire dish.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently in the microwave or oven, wrapped tightly in parchment paper or foil until warmed through.
- Meal prep tip: Portion into individual containers with rice and veggies for grab-and-go lunches.
Nutrition
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