When I pull a golden tray of this Cajun honey butter salmon from the oven, the smell alone could convince my neighbors to knock on my door. There’s something about that blend of sweet honey, smoky Cajun spice, and rich butter melting into tender salmon that just feels like the perfect answer to the question we all ask around 6 p.m.—what’s for dinner? I’ve made this for busy weeknights, casual family meals, and even last-minute guests, and every single time, it’s met with empty plates and not-so-subtle hints to make it again. If you’ve been searching for baked salmon recipes that hit that magic balance of flavor, ease, and downright beauty on a plate, you’ve found it. This works for sockeye salmon recipe baked style, but it’s just as delicious for frozen salmon recipes baked in the oven when you forget to defrost (we’ve all been there). It’s become one of my favorite salmon dinner ideas because the prep is quick, the cooking is hands-off, and the payoff is pure comfort food bliss. Whether you’re looking for a recipe for baked salmon that feels a little indulgent or a reliable addition to your salmon dinner recipes collection, this is it. Trust me—you’ll be tempted to drizzle that leftover honey butter on bread, veggies, or maybe even just eat it with a spoon.