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Garlic Butter Air-Fryer Salmon

This Garlic Butter Air-Fryer Salmon is the perfect blend of crispy, flaky, and flavorful! Tender salmon fillets are coated in a rich garlic butter sauce and then air-fried to golden perfection in just minutes. With a perfectly crisp exterior and a melt-in-your-mouth texture, this easy and delicious recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a healthy meal prep option. Pair it with your favorite veggies or a side of rice for a restaurant-quality dish made right at home! 🍽️✨ Visit groovyfoodiess.com for more of Sarah's recipes!

Sarah Banh
Tasty Team
92% would make again
Total Time

20 minutes

20 min

Prep Time

5 minutes

5 min

Cook Time

15 minutes

15 min

Garlic Butter Air-Fryer Salmon
Total Time

20 minutes

20 min

Prep Time

5 minutes

5 min

Cook Time

15 minutes

15 min

Ingredients

for 2 servings

  • ½ cup melted unsalted butter
  • 6 garlic cloves, crushed
  • 1 tablespoon Chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1.25 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice, plus more for serving
  • 2 skin-on salmon fillets (about 1 pound total)s
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Nutrition Info

  • Calories 674
  • Fat 61g
  • Carbs 2g
  • Fiber 0g
  • Sugar 0g
  • Protein 25g

Estimated values based on one serving size.

Preparation

  1. In a small pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the crushed garlic, parsley, red pepper flakes, oregano, and ¼ teaspoon of the salt. Let the mixture simmer over medium-low, stirring occasionally, for about 2 minutes, or until the butter slightly darkens. Stir in the lemon juice. Set the mixture aside to cool.
  2. Line your air fryer with parchment paper, and preheat to 390°F (around 200°C).
  3. Sprinkle the salmon all over with the pepper, garlic powder, and remaining 1 teaspoon salt. Arrange the salmon, skin side up, on the parchment in the preheated air fryer. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the garlicky butter over each piece.
  4. Air-fry for 8–10 minutes, until the skin is crisp and the salmon is done to your liking.
  5. Finish the salmon off with more garlic butter, and serve with extra lemon.
  6. Enjoy!
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