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Air Fryer Salmon Fillets: Golden-brown air fryer salmon fillets with crispy edges and a juicy, flaky interior on a plate.

Perfectly Golden Air Fryer Salmon Fillets for Easy Dinners

Chef Marcus
Get crispy edges and tender, juicy centers in minutes. This simple Air Fryer Dinners recipe is a weeknight lifesaver that never fails.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Small Mixing Bowl

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 4 salmon fillets 6-ounce, skin-on or off
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper

Instructions
 

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper to create a simple seasoning paste.
  • Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and rub the seasoning paste evenly over each piece, ensuring a light coating.
  • Preheat your air fryer to 390°F (200°C) for 3 minutes to ensure even cooking from the start.
  • Place the salmon fillets in the air fryer basket in a single layer, leaving space between them for optimal air circulation.
  • Air fry for 8-10 minutes, depending on thickness, until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  • Let the salmon rest for 2 minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute throughout the fillet.
Keyword Air Fryer Salmon Fillets