Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Prepare the Cheese Mixture: In a small bowl, mix together Boursin cheese, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, and half of the olive oil or melted butter. Stir until smooth and well combined.
Season the Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel. Drizzle the remaining olive oil over the fillets and season with salt and black pepper. Place the salmon fillets in the prepared baking dish, skin side down if using skin-on.
Top with Boursin Mixture: Spoon the Boursin cheese mixture evenly over each fillet, spreading gently with the back of a spoon to cover the top of each piece.
Bake the Salmon: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes depending on the thickness of your fillets. Salmon is done when it flakes easily with a fork and the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and let rest for 2 minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve with fresh lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
Use skin-on salmon for easier handling and additional flavor, but skinless works as well.
Adjust the salt according to your taste and the saltiness of the Boursin cheese.
The garlic & fine herbs Boursin cheese adds a flavorful touch, but plain Boursin can also be substituted with added herbs.
Check the salmon at 15 minutes if your fillets are thin to avoid overcooking.
Serve with your favorite side like steamed vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
