Air Fryer Salmon

This Flaky Air Fryer Salmon is a quick, healthy, and delicious meal. You'll love the convenience and amazing flavors in this seafood recipe.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Prep Time 2

Cook Time 15

Total Time 17

Servings

Calories 306kcal

Author Dina

Season your salmon fillets with olive oil, pressed garlic, salmon rub, and salt (to taste). I like this local salmon rub, but this salmon rub works well too. To make your own salmon rub, combine 1/4 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp pepper, 1/4 tsp thyme, 1 tsp smoked paprika, and 1 teaspoon brown sugar.
If you’re using an oven air fryer, line the bottom of the baking sheet with foil. If you’re using the basket type do not use foil. Instead, spray the bottom of it with nonstick spray.
Bake the salmon at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 10-15 minutes if using an oven air fryer. If you’re using the basket type, cook for at least 12 minutes and add more time as needed. The cook time will depend on the thickness of your salmon fillet. The thicker the salmon, the longer it will take to air-fry. Always make sure the internal temperature of the thickest part of the salmon is at least 145 degrees fahrehiet.

Helpful Recipe Tips

Salmon size- Choose pieces of salmon fillet that are similar in size so they cook evenly and finish baking at the same time.
Pat it dry- make sure the fillets are blotted dry with a paper towel so that the spices adhere better.
Check for doneness- insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the fish to make sure it reaches at least 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
Serving- this salmon is best served with starchy sides like creamy mashed potatoes or tortellini alfredo.