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Crispy Garlic Butter Air Fryer Salmon Fillets

Close-up of a glistening piece of air fryer salmon topped with melted butter, garlic, and fresh parsley.
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Make restaurant-quality air fryer salmon that is crispy on the outside and flaky inside. This recipe is quick, flavorful, and perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 4 (6 oz) salmon fillets, skin on or off
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Pat the salmon fillets completely dry using paper towels. This step is key for crispy skin/exterior.
  2. In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, minced garlic, lemon zest, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and parsley.
  3. Brush the garlic butter mixture evenly over the top (flesh side) of each salmon fillet.
  4. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  5. Place the salmon fillets in the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring they do not overlap.
  6. Air fry for 10 to 13 minutes, depending on the thickness of your fillets, until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
  7. Remove the salmon from the air fryer. Drizzle with fresh lemon juice before serving immediately.

Notes

  • For the best crispy air fryer salmon, make sure the air fryer basket is not overcrowded. Cook in batches if necessary.
  • If your fillets have skin, place them skin-side down in the basket.
  • This recipe works well for low carb air fryer salmon meals.

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