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This Slow Cooker Salmon method is so easy and it will keep your fish deliciously tender. Cook a whole side of salmon for a party centrepiece or fillets for dinner and meal prep.

A side of salmon cooked in a slow cooker, wrapped in paper with lemon on top.

Who knew that Slow Cooker Salmon was even a thing?! Not me. 

It’s so packed with flavour but so, so simple.

Simply pop the salmon on top of some baking paper inside your slow cooker, add in a little water, lemon and season well, and within 1-2 hours you’ve got delicious, moist salmon to tuck into.

You can cook a whole side of salmon this way (depending on the size of your slow cooker), so it’s great for a party buffet or dinner party main course, or even as a fish dish at a barbecue.


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Why you’ll love this Slow Cooker Salmon recipe

⭐️ So, so easy hands-off cooking

⭐️ Healthy and fresh

⭐️ Perfect summery midweek meal or cooking for friends


A slow cooker on a white tablecloth with cooked salmon inside, with lemon on top.

How we came up with this recipe

I was looking for new slow cooker recipes that had a more summery vibe so we can carry on using our trusty machines during warmer months.

I tested this out and… OH MY GOODNESS IT WORKS!

The beauty of cooking salmon in the slow cooker is that it’s not at risk of drying out like it could if you baked it. You won’t overcook it if you stick to the timings in the recipe.

I also wanted to create a light summer-time dish that could be made without the oven (so no hot and sticky kitchen) AND meant we could make something that is hands-off and took care of itself as part of a bigger banquet, like a barbecue.


Slow Cooker Salmon Ingredients Notes

Raw salmon fillets in a slow cooker with lemon on top for the recipe Slow Cooker Salmon.
  • Salmon – Your piece of fish can be as big as your slow cooker will allow. For this recipe I have used 500g. You can use frozen salmon if you wish, but defrost it beforehand
  • Water – We’re adding just 100ml to the slow cooker to allow that heat and steam to cook the fish without drying it out
  • Lemons – Squeeze them for the juice and add slices to the top if you want for added flavour and appearance

How to make Slow Cooker Salmon

  1. Line the bottom of your slow cooker with baking paper and place the salmon on top.
  2. Pour the water around the edge of the salmon, squeeze the juice of one lemon over, add slices of the other lemon and salt and pepper.
  3. Cook on HIGH for 1 hour or LOW for 2 hours.
  4. Discard the water and serve.

Leftovers

In the fridge Cold salmon in sandwiches, a salad or pasta dish will be delicious. Store it in the fridge and keep it well covered for up to 3 days.

In the freezer So long as this hasn’t been frozen and defrosted already, you can freeze this to enjoy another day.

Top tipS

Using baking paper in the slow cooker

The baking paper helps you to lift the fish out of the slow cooker. It can break up otherwise.

using frozen salmon

Yes, go ahead and use frozen if that’s the most convenient. Just remember to allow it to defrost thoroughly before you put it in the slow cooker.

Making up a sauce to serve with the salmon

I love to serve this with a little sour cream, or sour cream or yoghurt mixed with fresh dill, lemon juice and salt and pepper.

You could serve this with…

FAQs

What else can I serve with Slow Cooker Salmon?

The possibilities are endless! You can keep it simple for a quick family dinner, or you can be as elaborate with your sides as you wish if you’re hosting a dinner party. 

Salmon goes with salads, potatoes, rice, pasta, vegetables. Choose your favourites!

Can you recommend a slow cooker?

The Morphy Richards Sear & Stew Slow Cooker is my all-time favourite because you can use it for initial browning on the hob and it’s really light. 

I wrote up a whole slow cooker review though, where you might find another one to suit your needs. Have a read here.

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Slow Cooker Salmon Recipe

This Slow Cooker Salmon recipe is part of my summery slow cooker collection. It’s so simple and great for making ahead for dinner parties or even just an easy family dinner.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 People

Ingredients 

  • 500 g Salmon, See notes
  • 100 ml Water
  • 2 Lemons
  • Salt and pepper

Instructions 

  • Line the bottom of your slow cooker with baking paper and place the salmon on top.
  • Pour the water around the edge of the salmon, squeeze the juice of one lemon over, add slices of the other lemon and salt and pepper.
  • Cook on HIGH for 1 hour or LOW for 2 hours.
  • Discard the water and serve.

Notes

Salmon: Your piece of fish can be as big as your slow cooker will allow. For this recipe I have used 500g
Serving suggestions: Salads, potatoes, rice, pasta, vegetables. Choose your favourites! 
Using frozen salmon: This is fine. Just remember to allow it to defrost thoroughly before you put it in the slow cooker
Baking paper: This helps you to lift the fish out of the slow cooker. It can break up otherwise
Leftovers: Cold salmon in sandwiches, a salad or pasta dish will be delicious. Store it in the fridge and keep it well covered for up to 3 days

Nutrition

Calories: 185kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 25gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 69mgSodium: 57mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 56IUVitamin C: 14mgCalcium: 23mgIron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Additional Info

Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Family Food
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