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Crispy Garlic Butter Air Fryer Salmon

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Make crispy, flaky air fryer salmon fillets in under 15 minutes. This simple garlic butter recipe delivers juicy results perfect for quick, healthy weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 2 (6 ounce) salmon fillets, skin on or off
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika

Instructions

  1. Pat the salmon fillets completely dry using paper towels. This step helps achieve a crispy exterior.
  2. In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, minced garlic, parsley, salt, pepper, and paprika.
  3. Brush the garlic butter mixture evenly over the top surface of each salmon fillet.
  4. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
  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 the salmon, until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) and the fish flakes easily with a fork.
  7. Remove from the air fryer and serve immediately for the best texture.

Notes

  • For extra crispy skin, place the salmon skin-side down first and cook for 8 minutes before brushing the top with the butter mixture for the remaining cook time.
  • If your fillets are very thick (over 1.5 inches), you may need to reduce the temperature slightly to 380°F (195°C) to prevent the outside from burning before the inside is cooked.
  • This recipe is naturally low carb and fits well into a healthy eating plan.

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