Air Fryer Salmon with Panko Crust
A quick and delicious air fryer salmon recipe featuring a crispy panko crust that locks in moisture and flavor. Perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 2
Ingredients
2 salmon fillets, skin removed, about 6 ounces each
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 lemon, cut into wedges for serving
Instructions
Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
In a small bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
In another small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and olive oil until smooth.
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels.
Brush the mayonnaise mixture evenly over the top of each salmon fillet.
Press the panko breadcrumb mixture firmly onto the mayonnaise-coated side of the salmon fillets to create a crust.
Place the salmon fillets in the air fryer basket, crust side up, making sure they do not overlap.
Cook the salmon in the air fryer at 400°F (200°C) for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and the crust is golden brown.
Carefully remove the salmon from the air fryer and serve immediately with lemon wedges.