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Air Fryer Salmon

Air fryer salmon cooks at 400°F until the flesh flakes easily and reaches 145°F. The skin-on fillets are seasoned with garlic powder and paprika for a quick, tender main dish.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
resting 2 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

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

Equipment

  • 1 6-quart air fryer

Method
 

  1. Preheat a 6-quart air fryer to 400°F for 3 minutes.
  2. Pat the salmon dry with paper towels.
  3. Brush the tops and sides of the salmon with olive oil.
  4. Sprinkle the salmon evenly with the kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  5. Place the salmon skin-side down in the air fryer basket in a single layer, working in batches if needed.
  6. Air-fry at 400°F for 8–10 minutes, until the thickest part reaches 145°F and the flesh flakes easily with a fork.
  7. Let the salmon rest for 2 minutes before serving.

Notes

Pat the salmon thoroughly dry so the seasoning adheres well. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days; freeze for up to 2 months.