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Seasoned air fryer salmon fillet served with rice

5-Ingredient Air Fryer Salmon

Crispy air fryer salmon made with just five ingredients, ready in about 15 minutes.
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Prep Time 6 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 14 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Calories: 290
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 salmon fillets about 6 ounces each
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Pat each salmon fillet dry with paper towels.
  2. Brush each fillet with olive oil, then sprinkle with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Place fillets skin-side down in the air fryer basket in a single layer with space between pieces. Air fry at 400°F for 7-9 minutes depending on thickness.
  4. Salmon is done when it flakes easily with a fork and reaches 145°F internally. Let rest 2 minutes before serving.