Recipes AirfryerEasy Air Fryer Salmon Fillets
This is the no-fuss air fryer salmon you'll make on repeat: thick fillets, a little lemon and garlic, and 10 minutes to flaky, tender fish. It's about as easy as dinner gets, and it tastes clean and fresh every time.
No marinade, no breading — just season and go. Serve with rice and a green veg for a balanced plate in under 20 minutes.
Ingredients
Instructions
Season
Pat the fillets dry and rub with the lemon juice, garlic, salt and pepper. Brush with a little olive oil.
Air fry
Place skin-side down in the basket and air fry at 400°F for 8–10 minutes, until the salmon flakes easily and reaches 145°F.
Rest
Let it rest 2 minutes before serving.
- Thicker fillets need a minute or two longer; thin ones less.
- Pull at 145°F — salmon keeps cooking off the heat.
- No need to flip; skin-side down protects the flesh.
Frequently asked
How long does salmon take in the air fryer?
A 6 oz fillet takes 8–10 minutes at 400°F, until it flakes and reaches 145°F.
Skin on or off?
Cook skin-side down — it shields the flesh and crisps up. Remove the skin after cooking if you prefer.
Do I need to preheat?
A short 3-minute preheat helps, but it's not essential for salmon.
