Crispy Parmesan Salmon Bake (Printer-friendly)

Golden, crunchy Parmesan-crusted salmon baked to tender perfection in 30 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Salmon

01 - 4 (6 oz) skinless salmon fillets
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Parmesan Crust

04 - 2/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
05 - 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
06 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
07 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
08 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
09 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest
10 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

→ For Serving

11 - Lemon wedges

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease with cooking spray.
02 - Pat salmon fillets completely dry with paper towels. Arrange on prepared baking sheet, rub each fillet with olive oil, and season generously with salt and pepper.
03 - Combine Parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, parsley, dill, garlic, lemon zest, and melted butter in a medium bowl. Mix thoroughly until mixture resembles coarse crumbs and butter is evenly distributed.
04 - Press Parmesan crust mixture firmly and evenly onto the top surface of each salmon fillet, ensuring complete coverage.
05 - Bake for 13 to 15 minutes until salmon is opaque throughout and flakes easily when tested with a fork, and crust is golden brown and crispy.
06 - For a crunchier crust, switch oven to broil and cook for 1 to 2 minutes. Watch closely to prevent burning.
07 - Transfer baked salmon to serving plates. Accompany with fresh lemon wedges for squeezing over the top.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The crispy Parmesan topping transforms ordinary salmon into something extraordinary
  • Twenty minutes in the oven means less time cooking and more time enjoying
  • Company worthy yet simple enough for busy weeknight dinners
02 -
  • Patting the salmon completely dry before seasoning is crucial for that crispy crust to form properly
  • Freshly grated Parmesan melts better than pre grated and gives you infinitely more flavor
  • The broiler can go from golden to burnt in seconds, so stand there and watch it
03 -
  • Add smoked paprika to the crust for a subtle smoky depth that tastes restaurant quality
  • Room temperature salmon cooks more evenly, so take it out 15 minutes before baking

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