Halibut with Creamy Caper Sauce

Ingredients

• Halibut fillets (4, skinless and boneless)
• Lemon juice (2 tablespoons, freshly squeezed)
• Salt (to taste)
• Black pepper (to taste)
• Olive oil (2 tablespoons)
• Butter (2 tablespoons)
• Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
• Capers (2 tablespoons, rinsed and drained)
• Chicken broth (1 cup)
• Heavy cream (1/2 cup)
• Fresh parsley (2 tablespoons, chopped (for garnish))

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Season the halibut fillets with lemon juice, salt, and black pepper on both sides.
3. In an oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the halibut fillets and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until they develop a golden crust.
4. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the halibut is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
5. While the halibut is baking, prepare the creamy caper sauce. In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
6. Add the minced garlic and capers to the melted butter, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and the garlic is lightly browned.
7. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer.
8. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly for about 2-3 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
9. Once the halibut is done, remove it from the oven and serve each fillet topped with the creamy caper sauce.
10. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.