Crispy Air Fryer Salmon

This easy and delicious Salmon air fryer recipe is ready from start to finish in 15 minutes! Coated in a honey, garlic and dijon glaze and coated in crispy seasoned panko- this Crispy Air Fryer Salmon is a delicious meal you can make any night of the week with simple ingredients! Cooking salmon in air fryer is a great way to make an easy meal any night!

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This is HANDS DOWN my favorite way to enjoy Salmon, and I make it in my house about once a week. All you need are a few simple ingredients, and less than 5 minutes of prep work, and you have perfectly cooked, succulent salmon with a tangy honey mustard glaze and crispy Panko topping.

Whip up a quick side salad while it's cooking, and bam- dinner is served!

Table of Contents

• Ingredient Notes
• Choosing your salmon
• How to make Air Fryer Crispy Salmon
• Tips for perfect Air Fryer Salmon, every time
• Tools for this air fryer salmon
• What to eat with the salmon
• Leftovers and storage
• FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
• More great air fryer recipes

Ingredient Notes

To make this Air Fried Salmon, you will need:

• One salmon filet. You can use skin on or skinless. You can also use farmed or wild caught. This recipe calls for a 1 lb filet, but it is easily scaled up or down.
• Dijon mustard, such as Grey Poupon.
• Honey.
• 2 cloves minced garlic. You could also try a bit of jarred, about 2 tsp- I won't tell!
• Panko breadcrumbs. These are light and airy. I would not recommend using plain breadcrumbs, as they could be pretty dense and thick.
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley, or 1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley.
• The zest of 1 lemon. Save the lemon for serving alongside the finished salmon, and squeezing over top!
• 2 teaspoon olive oil, for moistening the bread crumb mixture. This helps it get nice and golden.
• 2 tablespoon butter, cut into 4 equal pats. This step is optional, but makes for an extra moist and crispy salmon.

Choosing your salmon

You can use fresh or frozen salmon for this recipe. You can also use farmed or wild caught. It's up to your preference! If using a frozen filet, make sure you fully thaw it prior to air frying.

I am also mildly obsessed with this Duck Trap Lightly Smoked Fresh Atlantic Salmon, if you happen to come across it- I HIGHLY recommend.

How to make Air Fryer Crispy Salmon

Glazing the salmon	To glaze the salmon, mix together the honey, dijon mustard and minced garlic in a small bowl until well combined. Spoon over brush it evenly over the whole filet(s).
Panko Coating	Mix the breadcrumbs, lemon zest, parsley and olive oil in a small bowl with a fork until well combined.
Air Fry	Top it off with some pats of butter, and air fry for 12-14 minutes. Once the thickest part of the salmon registers at 125, you are good to go! If you like your salmon a little more well done, go the full 14 minutes.

Tips for perfect Air Fryer Salmon, every time

Choose a fresh, even Salmon filet. Look for healthy and firm pink flesh, and a portion that is of even thickness to ensure even cooking. A filet with skin is great because the skin helps to keep the filets moist. If you are a skin hater, remember the meat comes right off when you serve it! Just be sure to cook it skin side down.

Don't pre-heat the air fryer! Just get it all prepped, and cook it for 12-14 minutes! It's easier, and keeps the salmon super moist and flavorful.

Tools for this air fryer salmon

A good zester, such as a Microplane.

A garlic press. I love this one from Ikea, and have had it for YEARS.

What to eat with the salmon

This salmon dish goes with just about any side dish, but here are a few great ones to try! Don't forget a little squirt of fresh lemon juice over the salmon just before serving!

I love to serve it with a simple veggie side, like Air Fryer Baby Carrots, a Spicy Zucchini and Carrot Skillet, or something heartier, like Rosemary Air Fryer Baby Potatoes.

A side salad, like Kale Crunch Salad with Strawberries and Feta or Butter Lettuce Salad with Avocado and Dion Dressing would also make a great light side dish.

Leftovers and storage

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

The leftovers are great briefly reheated, or served over a salad or as part of a rice bowl.

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

How will I know the salmon is done?

Farmed salmon is perfect with an internal temperature read of 125 degrees on your meat thermometer. Wild caught is typically leaner, and best at about 120 degrees. I prefer a moist and tender salmon, so I aim for an internal temperature of about 125 at the thickest part of the salmon. If you prefer a firmer salmon, go to about 145 degrees.

Can I use a larger piece of salmon for this recipe?

This recipe calls for a 1 pound salmon filet. You can use as large a piece as will fit in your air fryer. If using a larger piece of salmon, be sure to adjust the honey mustard glaze and Panko topping accordingly. For example, if doing a 2 pound salmon filet, double both the glaze and the panko, as well as the amount of butter you top it with.

More great air fryer recipes

Try my 8 minute seasoned Air Fryer cod recipe!

Make a rotisserie style chicken in 1 hour with my Air Fryer Whole Chicken.

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