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    Garlic Parmesan Crusted Salmon (Oven and Air Fryer version)

    Published: Jan 21, 2019 · Modified: Jul 24, 2020 by Anna 47 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Garlic Parmesan Crusted Salmon - quick and easy salmon with crunchy garlic butter Parmesan crust can be baked in your oven or air fryer. This salmon is flavorful, flaky, buttery and delicious!

    This is my favorite salmon recipe, right next to my Baked Teriyaki Salmon.  Served with roasted or sauteed vegetables, it makes for a simple, healthy and delicious meal!

    Parmesan Crusted Salmon on plate with potatoes and spinach.

    This salmon may look fancy but it's ready in 15 minutes (or less) and requires only a few ingredients to make. The combination of a tender, flaky fish with the crunchy, cheesy crust is quite irresistible. This Garlic Parmesan Crusted Salmon is very simple to make. The garlic Parmesan crust keeps the fish moist and adds crunch and a delicious salty, cheesy flavor, like in my Crispy Parmesan Tilapia recipe. This salmon is great even when you are short on time. It's quick to prepare and bakes in less than 15 minutes, depends if you bake it in the oven or your air fryer.

    Instructions:

    • Start by preheating the oven to 400 degrees F. Line baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil (spray with cooking spray to prevent sticking).
    • Place salmon on prepared baking sheet. Pat dry with paper towel.
    • In a medium mixing bowl, combine breadcrumbs (or Panko), Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning. In another bowl, melt butter. Add garlic and stir. Add to breadcrumb mixture. Stir well.
    • Season salmon with black pepper (no need for salt since Parmesan is pretty salty already). Divide the crust mixture evenly on top of each salmon piece, gently pressing onto the fish.
    • Bake salmon for 12 to 15 minutes in the oven or 7 to 12 minutes in the air fryer, depending on the thickness of the fish.
    • Serve immediately with vegetable side dishes.
    Side shot of two salmon fillets on aluminum foil lined baking sheet, one fillet with breadcrumb Parmesan crust on top.

    Cooking time in the oven:

    It takes 12 to 15 minutes to bake salmon in the oven. The time depends on the thickness of the fish. Check the dish after 12 minutes (the internal temperature should be at least 145 degrees F) and bake more if needed. Do not overbake or the salmon will be dry. The salmon fillets that you can buy frozen in a bag are usually thinner. I used Atlantic salmon, that was much thicker.

    Cooking time in the air fryer:

    It takes 7 to 12 minutes to bake salmon in the air fryer. Spray the air fryer basket with cooking oil, to prevent sticking. Set temperature to 400 degrees F, let it preheat for 4 minutes. Place salmon with crust, skin side down, in the basket and bake. Check the internal temperature to make sure the fish is done. If you are also roasting a vegetable side dish in the air fryer, you can add the salmon to cook in the same basket, in the last 10 minutes. That way everything will be done at the same time!

    Overhead shot of two plates with crusted salmon, potatoes and spinach.

    Side dishes:

    I served this Garlic Parmesan Crusted Salmon with roasted potatoes and garlic sauteed spinach. It was simple and delicious! You can serve salmon with: roasted broccoli, fluffy rice, mashed cauliflower, sweet potato fries, honey balsamic roasted Brussels sprouts, to name just a few. You can also place the divider in your Air Fryer and roast potatoes on one side and add the salmon halfway through baking. This crispy Salmon is also perfect with homemade Tartar Sauce!

    Side shot close up of salmon with breadcrumb crust, one piece on a fork.

    More seafood recipes:

    • Baked Teriyaki Salmon
    • Salmon Foil Packets
    • Greek Salmon Salad
    • Air Fryer Shrimp

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    Parmesan Crusted Salmon on plate with spinach and potatoes.

    Garlic Parmesan Crusted Salmon (oven or air fryer version)

    Author: Anna
    A quick and easy salmon with crunchy garlic butter Parmesan crust can be baked in your oven or air fryer. This salmon is flavorful, flaky, buttery and delicious!
    4.81 from 26 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Total Time 20 mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Servings 2 servings
    Calories 530 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 1 lb salmon I used Atlantic salmon
    • ¼ black pepper
    • ¼ cup plain breadcrumbs
    • ¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
    • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
    • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
    • 2 teaspoons minced garlic

    Instructions
     

    • Start by preheating the oven to 400 degrees F. Line baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil (spray with cooking spray to prevent sticking). If baking in air fryer, spray the basket with cooking spray.
    • Place salmon on a prepared baking sheet, skin side down. Pat dry with paper towel.
    • In a medium mixing bowl, combine breadcrumbs (or Panko), Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning. In another bowl, melt butter. Add garlic and stir. Add to breadcrumb mixture. Stir well.
    • Season salmon with black pepper (no need for salt since Parmesan is pretty salty already). Divide the crust mixture evenly on top of each salmon piece, gently pressing onto the fish.
    • Baking in the oven: bake salmon for 12 to 15 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches at least 145 degrees F. 
      Baking in the air fryer: Set temperature to 400 degrees F, let it preheat for 4 minutes. Place salmon with crust, skin side down, in the basket and bake. Check the internal temperature to make sure the fish is done. If you are also roasting a vegetable side dish in the air fryer, you can add the salmon to cook in the same basket, in the last 10 minutes. That way everything will be done at the same time!
    • Serve immediately with vegetable side dishes.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 530kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 51g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 163mg | Sodium: 401mg | Potassium: 1137mg | Vitamin A: 540IU | Vitamin C: 0.9mg | Calcium: 213mg | Iron: 2.8mg
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    1. M says

      January 25, 2023 at 4:49 pm

      1 star
      I wouldn’t follow the air fryer recipe at all. Our tops were almost burnt and the salmon was barely cooked.

      Reply
    2. Twyla says

      January 25, 2023 at 2:04 am

      5 stars
      Appreciate the recommendation. Will try it out.

      Reply
    3. John says

      March 25, 2022 at 8:55 pm

      5 stars
      Super easy, really easy to make and I will make it again! I might try it with cod ahiahi or some other.

      Reply
    4. Beth says

      August 11, 2021 at 7:35 pm

      5 stars
      Turned out great. Definitely will make it again.

      Reply
      • Nichelle says

        September 05, 2021 at 2:34 pm

        4 stars
        I just tried this recipe using the air fryer. The taste was great but, I think it would have turned out better in the oven as I had to cook the salmon for about 17 min. total; which made the topping turn out a little too hard for my taste.

        Reply
    5. Melissa says

      April 21, 2021 at 6:24 pm

      5 stars
      The salmon was delicious! Thank you for sharing this recipe. We used pork rind crumbs instead of bread crumbs, to keep it keto, and it worked perfectly!

      Reply
    6. Jan says

      April 01, 2021 at 2:35 pm

      My family absolutely LOVED it!!! Thank you for sharing this. I did it with an air fryer and it was so easy and quick to prepare.

      Reply
    7. Regina says

      March 15, 2021 at 6:58 pm

      5 stars
      We recently started low carb eating and found this recipe. I made it in the oven, instead of air fryer and it was delicious! My family really liked it - the recipe is a keeper!

      Reply
    8. Dillon says

      January 26, 2021 at 8:04 pm

      5 stars
      SO GOOD. Thank you for this recipe. I recently got an airfryer for Christmas and the salmon comes out perfect. The crust is so good. I’ve made this twice already in the last week.

      Reply
      • Anna says

        February 05, 2021 at 10:43 pm

        Awesome! I am so glad the salmon was a success! Thanks, Dillon!

        Reply
    9. Kimmie says

      January 18, 2021 at 9:56 pm

      5 stars
      This recipe turned out perfect! But I used cod instead and just increased the cooking time by a few minutes. Definitely will make again!

      Reply
      • Jean says

        January 30, 2021 at 5:24 pm

        Did you set it to bake or air fry?

        Reply
      • Anna says

        February 05, 2021 at 10:53 pm

        Thank you so much, Kimmie!

        Reply
    10. Karis says

      July 02, 2020 at 5:06 pm

      5 stars
      The coating is super delicious and takes like 30 seconds to make. So SO good. Mike had about 1/4 cup leftover of the breadcrumb mixture that would be perfect for a 3rd salmon fillet! I used the leftover from mine in a stuffed mushroom recipe and that tasted awesome too!

      Reply
      • Anna says

        July 03, 2020 at 1:21 pm

        Wonderful! Thank you so much, Karis!

        Reply
    11. Lorie K says

      July 01, 2020 at 12:52 pm

      5 stars
      This was delicious! Restaurant quality! Recipe is easy to follow and was pretty on the plate. Will be a weekly staple!

      Reply
      • Anna says

        July 02, 2020 at 12:39 am

        Thank you so much, Lorie! I am so glad it was a hit!

        Reply
    12. Jennifer Mountjoy says

      June 22, 2020 at 6:40 pm

      5 stars
      This is literally the BEST salmon I have ever had. Whole family loved it! Thank you!!

      Reply
      • Anna says

        June 25, 2020 at 2:12 pm

        Hi Jennifer! I am so glad the salmon was a hit! Thank you for trying my recipe!

        Reply
    13. Tara says

      May 11, 2020 at 9:28 pm

      5 stars
      My husband and I just ate the salmon with a side of white rise and pan fried broccoli (olive oil, rice vinegar, red pepper flakes, garlic, and Parmesan). I had an entire filet of salmon so I doubled the “sauce” and it was absolutely delicious! Cooked it for a total of 16-17 minutes and it was flaky and not overcooked. He is picky with fish, so this will be in my back pocket for a fish dinner! Thank you so much for the recipe!

      Reply
      • Anna says

        May 13, 2020 at 2:19 pm

        That's wonderful! I am so glad it was a success! Thank you for trying my recipe, Tara!

        Reply
    14. Emily says

      March 25, 2020 at 5:22 pm

      5 stars
      Oh my goodness! This was so easy and tasted absolutely amazing! Thank you!!

      Reply
      • Anna says

        March 27, 2020 at 11:58 am

        Yay! That's fantastic! Thank you for trying my recipe, Emily!

        Reply
    15. Carol says

      January 05, 2020 at 8:10 pm

      Loved the salmon in the oven but I added Srirachi chili sauce to the melted butter before adding to the crumbs. Think I added about 2 tsp and would add more the next time I make it. We love spicy salmon so this really “hit the spot”

      Reply
      • June says

        June 25, 2020 at 8:00 pm

        Ok I wasn’t the only to think of Sriracha to add to the salmon. Next time I will add it

        Reply
    16. Kathi says

      October 24, 2019 at 11:10 am

      This was delicious. I made it last week and I liked it so much I'm making it again tonight. I left out the parmesan cheese because of a milk allergy, but it was still very good. Thank you!

      Reply
      • Anna says

        October 25, 2019 at 11:36 pm

        That's fantastic! Thank you so much, Kathi!

        Reply
    17. Amanda says

      January 23, 2019 at 1:22 am

      5 stars
      Thank you so much for sharing this recipe with an air fryer directions! My Hubby made it for our dinner tonight and it was absolutely perfect! Do you have the recipe for your spinach side dish? It looks so good!

      Reply
    18. Allyson Zea says

      January 22, 2019 at 10:55 pm

      5 stars
      I haven't tried making salmon in my air fryer yet, but I am definitely going to try this recipe! I love how crispy the top and comes out and had to see the salmon looks!

      Reply
    19. Jacque Hastert says

      January 22, 2019 at 4:54 pm

      5 stars
      I am drooling over my computer right now. Love this!

      Reply
    20. Catalina says

      January 22, 2019 at 3:47 pm

      5 stars
      Oh my goodness! This salmon is so mouth watering!

      Reply
    21. Jessica says

      January 22, 2019 at 3:25 pm

      We JUST got an AirFryer! Definitely need too add this to my must try list!

      Reply
    22. Taylor says

      January 22, 2019 at 2:39 pm

      5 stars
      This looks AMAZING! Need to try this out ASAP!

      Reply
    23. Amy says

      January 22, 2019 at 9:30 am

      5 stars
      Making in my air fryer for sure! Yum!

      Reply
    24. Anthony says

      January 22, 2019 at 9:18 am

      5 stars
      We just got our air fryer and have been looking for recipes. Your salmon looks amazing. Definitely going to give it a try. Thanks!

      Reply
    25. Sommer says

      January 21, 2019 at 11:07 pm

      5 stars
      Love the results of this recipe! Will definitely use again!

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        January 22, 2019 at 1:15 am

        That's fantastic, Sommer! Thank you!

        Reply
    26. Stephanie says

      January 21, 2019 at 9:33 pm

      5 stars
      I love salmon but never knew you could cook it in an air fryer. Thanks for the idea! Can't wait to try it!

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        January 22, 2019 at 1:16 am

        I hope you love it, Stephanie!

        Reply
    27. Jessica says

      January 21, 2019 at 6:35 pm

      5 stars
      Yum this looks amazing! Thank you!

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        January 22, 2019 at 1:16 am

        Thank you, Jessica!

        Reply
    28. Cheryl says

      January 21, 2019 at 5:17 pm

      5 stars
      We've only started enjoying salmon in the last year or two - can't wait to try this recipe!! Thanks!

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        January 22, 2019 at 1:16 am

        I hope you guys love it! Thanks, Cheryl!

        Reply
    29. Cailyn says

      January 21, 2019 at 4:36 pm

      5 stars
      Looks so yummy! I love garlic and salmon so this would be perfect for me!

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        January 22, 2019 at 1:17 am

        I hope you love it as much as we do! Thanks, Cailyn!

        Reply
      • Kristy says

        December 28, 2019 at 12:57 pm

        Hello,
        I just bought an air fryer and I’m wondering if you had to flip the salmon half way through the cooking time?

        Thank you,
        Kristy

        Reply
        • Anna says

          December 28, 2019 at 6:41 pm

          Hi Kristy! I do not flip it. Hope this helps!

          Reply

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