Recipes Airfryer🐟 Air Fryer Salmon
Temp400°F
Time8–12 min
TipNo flip needed
Done when145°F internal, flakes easily
Air fryer salmon is quick, hands-off and comes out flaky with a lightly crisp top — one of the best weeknight dinners you can make.
A fillet takes about 8–12 minutes at 400°F depending on thickness.
How to cook salmon in an air fryer
- Pat the fillet dry, brush with oil and season.
- Air fry at 400°F for 8–12 minutes, skin-side down.
- It's done when it flakes with a fork and reaches 145°F.
Tips
- No need to flip — the circulating heat cooks it evenly.
- Thicker fillets need the full time; check a minute or two early.
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FAQ
How long to cook salmon in an air fryer?
About 8–12 minutes at 400°F, depending on thickness, until it flakes and reaches 145°F.
Do you flip salmon in the air fryer?
No — cook it skin-side down and leave it. Flipping can break the fillet.
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