Description
This Crispy Parmesan Crusted Baked Salmon features flaky, tender salmon fillets topped with a golden, garlicky Parmesan crust. The buttery topping bakes into a crunchy layer that contrasts beautifully with the juicy fish beneath. It’s a quick, elegant dinner option that delivers big flavor with minimal effort—perfect for weeknights or entertaining.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Salmon
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
For the Crispy Parmesan Crust
- ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- 3 tbsp melted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (or 1 tsp dried)
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp onion powder
- Pinch of salt and pepper
Optional Garnish
- Lemon wedges
- Extra parsley
Instructions
1. Prep the Salmon
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment or foil.
- Pat salmon fillets dry.
- Rub each fillet with olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
- Arrange fillets skin-side down on the baking sheet.
2. Make the Parmesan Crust
- In a bowl, mix Parmesan, panko, melted butter, garlic, parsley, lemon zest, paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Stir until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Assemble
- Press the Parmesan mixture firmly onto the top of each salmon fillet, creating a thick crust layer.
4. Bake
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, depending on thickness.
- Broil for an additional 1–2 minutes for a deeper golden crust.
- Salmon is done when it flakes easily with a fork.
5. Serve
- Garnish with lemon wedges and parsley.
- Serve with rice, vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a crisp salad.
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best melting and crispiness.
- Panko breadcrumbs give the crust extra crunch—regular breadcrumbs work but won’t be as crispy.
- Thin salmon fillets bake faster; check early to avoid overcooking.
- Prep Time: PT10M
- Cook Time: PT15M
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with crust
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Parmesan Crusted Baked Salmon