Air Fryer Salmon
Air fryer salmon fillets with a lightly crisp top and flaky center, seasoned with simple pantry spices.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 fillets salmon about 6 oz each
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 lemon cut into wedges
Instructions
- Season the fillets: Pat the salmon fillets completely dry. Rub each one with the olive oil, then season all over with the garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Preheat the basket: Preheat your basket air fryer to 400°F for about 3 minutes.
- Air fry the salmon: Place the fillets in the basket in a single layer, skin-side down, not touching. Air fry at 400°F for 7 to 9 minutes. No flipping needed.
- Check for doneness: Salmon is done at 145°F, where it flakes easily with a fork. For a medium center, pull it at 125 to 130°F. Thickness drives the time, so start checking at 7 minutes and remember models vary.
- Rest and serve: Let the fillets rest for 3 minutes off the heat; they'll climb a few degrees as they sit. Serve with a squeeze of fresh lemon.
Notes
No need to flip salmon in the air fryer; the circulating heat cooks it evenly. Salmon is safe at 145°F, though many cooks pull it at 125-130°F for a medium center and let it rest.