Air Fryer Panko Crusted Salmon
Air Fryer Panko Crusted Salmon is made with panko breadcrumbs, butter, fresh parsley, Dijon mustard; air fry at 400°F for 12 minutes to serve 4. 380 calories per serving.
Ingredients
Equipment
Steps
- 1
Mix panko with melted butter, parsley, lemon zest, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- 2
Pat salmon dry. Season with salt and pepper. Brush tops with olive oil, then Dijon mustard.
- 3
Press panko mixture firmly onto the mustard-coated tops of each fillet.
- 4
Air fry at 400°F for 10-12 minutes until crust is golden and salmon is cooked to desired doneness.
- 5
Serve with lemon wedges and your favorite sides.
Tip: The Dijon acts as glue for the panko crust AND adds flavor. Pressing the crust on firmly is essential. Cook skin-side down; the skin protects the bottom while the crust browns on top. Remove at 125°F for medium, 145°F for well-done.
Why Air Fry This?
- ⏱️Ready in 12 minutes vs ~18 in a conventional oven — no preheating needed.
- 🌊Gentle, even heat cooks fish through without drying it out — no flipping required.
- ⚡Uses significantly less energy than heating a full-size oven for a single batch.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cook Air Fryer Panko Crusted Salmon at 400°F for 12 minutes. The Dijon acts as glue for the panko crust AND adds flavor. Pressing the crust on firmly is essential. Cook skin-side down; the skin protects the bottom while the crust browns on top. Remove at 125°F for medium, 145°F for well-done.
You need: 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs, 2 tbsp butter, melted, 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tsp lemon zest, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, Salt and pepper, 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each, skin-on), 1 tbsp olive oil, Salt and pepper, Lemon wedges. This recipe serves 4 with 380 calories per serving.
Air Fryer Panko Crusted Salmon takes 12 minutes total at 400°F. Serve with lemon wedges and your favorite sides.
This recipe is rated Easy. It serves 4 and takes just 12 minutes at 400°F.
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