Description
Crispy Parmesan Crusted Salmon delivers a delightful dinner solution that brings restaurant-quality seafood straight to your kitchen. Tender fish gets dressed in a golden, cheesy crust that makes dinner feel special without complicated cooking skills.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets
Coating:
- ½ cup parmesan cheese
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Seasoning and Liquid:
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Crank your oven to a sizzling 425°F and lay down parchment paper on a baking sheet for an easy cleanup.
- Take those salmon fillets and thoroughly dry them with paper towels, then generously season both sides with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Grab a mixing bowl and combine ½ cup finely grated parmesan, ½ cup panko breadcrumbs, 1 teaspoon lemon zest, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, a pinch of salt, and a dash of pepper. Drizzle in 1 tablespoon olive oil and mix until the crumbs feel slightly damp.
- Whisk 2 tablespoons honey with 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard in a separate small bowl until smooth. Brush this glaze generously over each salmon fillet, making sure to coat the entire surface.
- Press the parmesan-panko mixture firmly onto the glazed salmon, ensuring a thick, even coating that will turn crispy and golden. Arrange the fillets on your prepared baking sheet.
- Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil over the crusted salmon and slide the tray into the preheated oven.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, watching for a beautiful golden-brown crust and checking that the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove from the oven and let the fillets rest for 2 minutes to lock in those delicious juices. Sprinkle with extra lemon zest or fresh herbs if your heart desires.
Notes
- Use fresh, high-quality salmon for the best flavor and texture.
- Pat salmon completely dry before seasoning to help the crust adhere perfectly.
- Choose a sharp, aged parmesan for maximum crunch and deeper cheese flavor.
- If avoiding honey, substitute with maple syrup or a thin apricot preserves for similar sweetness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Salmon
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 412 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg