Baked Parmesan Herb Crusted Salmon

This Baked Parmesan Herb Crusted Salmon is a quick and easy recipe that only takes 20 minutes to make. The salmon is drizzled in olive oil and breaded with garlic, herbs, and cheese for a crispy topping.

This recipe was originally published in 2017. It has since been updated.

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Salmon is a weeknight meal for me. Yup! Every single week. It’s so versatile to prepare and it’s always ready in minutes.

What Type of Salmon to Use/Skin On or Skin Off?

When you cook the salmon, keep that skin on: It provides a safety layer between your fish’s flesh and a hot pan or grill. That’s how you get juicy salmon!

I don’t eat the skin on the salmon. How to remove skin from salmon after cooking is really easy. The fish will glide right off the skin! This is a sign of perfectly cooked salmon. Salmon that flakes and glides will taste amazing. You won’t need to remove a thing.

Salmon Toppings for Crispy Crust

I like to keep it simple. You will need

• Shredded Parmesan Cheese
• Parsley
• Garlic

How to Make Parmesan Crusted Salmon

I love to season this with my Homemade BBQ Seasoning and Rub.

Detailed serving sizes for ingredients and the full recipe can be found in the recipe card below.

1. Drizzle olive oil over the salmon and then sprinkle the seasonings throughut.
2. Combine parsley, garlic, and cheese in a small bowl and stir. Sprinkle on top of the salmon.
3. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and add the salmon.
4. Bake.

Overcooked Salmon

Overcooked salmon is dry and has little flavor. Fish (along with meat) will continue to cook when you remove it from heat. This is why it’s important to pay attention to how long the fish cooks.

When the fish is done, it will be a translucent pink in the middle. It should also look flaky. You can check out more tips on How to Tell if Salmon is Overcooked here.

How to Make it With Crunchy Breading

If you are looking for crunchy salmon you can add breadcrumbs. Add 1/2 cup of breadcrumbs to the cheese mixture. Dredge the salmon in an egg first and then coat the entire fillet in the breadcrumbs mixture. Bake time remains the same.

How to Store the Salmon/How Long Will it Last in the Fridge

Store the salmon tightly covered in the fridge for 3-4 days.

How to Reheat

In general, I recommend you avoid the microwave when you reheat seafood. Seafood and fish are super delicate and microwaves cook at super high temperatures.

Since the fish is fully cooked, even a few minutes of additional cooking at a high temperature will result in dry, overcooked salmon.

I recommend you use the air fryer or oven. If using the oven,  put the fish on a rimmed baking sheet, loosely covered in foil, and warm it a 275 degrees oven for 10-15 minutes, until it reaches an internal temperature of 125°F to 130°F.

If using the air fryer, reheat it on 200 degrees for 5-7 minutes or until warm.

If you use the microwave, be swift! Don’t leave it in too long.

You can follow tons of tips on reheating, and salmon simply will not taste the exact same the next day. It’s best when served fresh. The key to optimizing the taste for leftovers is to avoid overcooking it on the front end, and reheating it without the microwave.

You can also check out Mistakes to Avoid When Reheating Salmon here.

Freezer Tips

You can freeze the salmon, tightly covered or sealed, for up to 3 months. Defrost overnight in the fridge and follow the steps above for reheating.

Pair This Salmon With These Sides

Air Fryer Green Beans
Air Fryer Asparagus
Air Fryer Mixed Vegetables
Roasted Ranch Potatoes
Southern Macaroni Salad
Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad

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