Slow Cooker Salmon

Jul 05, 2023Updated Feb 13, 2025

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This Slow Cooker Salmon recipe is made with a nice-sized filet, a few popular seasonings, and several lemon slices for a dish that is sure to be loved by the entire family. It can easily be paired with a variety of sides for a quick and easy complete dinner.

You may have never considered cooking salmon in a crock pot, but YES! You can totally cook the best tasting salmon in your slow cooker. One of the biggest benefits is you don’t have to get your kitchen hot by using the oven and you can easily take your salmon on the go should you choose to cook it for a potluck or family gathering.

Consider pairing your salmon with my Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Carrots and Slow Cooker Scalloped Potatoes Recipe.

What you need:

Salmon: For this salmon recipe, you’ll want to purchase a fairly large piece of salmon and keep the skin on. This will help give it more flavor.
Butter: Salted butter will be cut into pieces and used for layering and adding extra flavor.
White Wine: I like to use Pinot Grigio; however, you can choose the white wine of your choice.
Lemon: You’ll want to use 2 lemons, one for juicing and the other for cutting into slices.
Seasonings: Garlic cloves (left whole), kosher salt, and freshly cracked black pepper are all the flavor you’ll need for a delicious tasting salmon.
Fresh Dill: Used for garnish but is a perfect pair for salmon.
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How to make Salmon in a Crockpot

lemons and butter in the bottom of a white slow cooker.

salmon and seasonings on top of the lemons.

Step One – Line the slow cooker pot with a large piece of parchment paper. Layer half of the lemon rounds to the bottom of the slow cooker along with the 3 cloves of garlic.

Step Two – Lay the salmon fillet on top. Season the salmon filet with kosher salt and fresh ground pepper.

Step Three – Pour in the wine and lemon juice, top with the other half of the lemon rounds and butter pieces.

Step Four – Cover and cook on LOW for 2 hours or until flaky and opaque. Garnish with fresh dill and serve. Enjoy!

Variations

Dried dill can be used in place of fresh dill. If you don’t have dill you can use oregano.
You can use 1/2 cup of vegetable stock (or chicken stock) in place of the white wine if desired.
Lemon pepper seasoning can be used instead of fresh lemons.

cooked salmon with lemons in a slow cooker.

My Serving Suggestions

My favorite way to serve salmon is with rice pilaf! Of course you can do plain white or brown rice.
The salmon can be served over pasta (such as egg noodles).
Serve with a green salad, or steamed vegetable.
Another great side is baby potatoes or mashed potatoes.

Recipe FAQs

How do I store leftover crock pot salmon?

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days in the refrigerator. Reheat in the microwave or oven.

Can I cook frozen salmon?

No. In order to enjoy this delicious recipe, you’ll want to make sure the salmon has defrosted completely.

I would not; however, depending on the size of your slow cooker, you can possibly add another even layer. You will need to add additional time.

Plate of salmon and rice in front of a slow cooker.

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