By Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff | Published on June 14, 2026
Serves 2
487 cal · 20 min
Juicy Air-Fryer Salmon
Recipe GLPRa00955d2e4ee41
Perfectly cooked salmon fillets with crispy skin and tender, flaky flesh, prepared in the air fryer. A quick and easy weeknight dinner that comes together in minutes with minimal cleanup. The simple seasoning allows the natural richness of the salmon to shine.
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Ingredients
2 fillets (6-8 oz each) Two 6- to 8-ounce skin-on salmon fillets, about 1¼ to 1½ inches thick
1 tablespoon Neutral oil such as canola or olive oil for rubbing
½ teaspoon Kosher salt
½ teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
as needed Vegetable oil spray
Directions
Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 3 minutes.
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels to help achieve crispy skin.
Rub both sides of each salmon fillet lightly with the neutral oil.
Season both sides of the salmon evenly with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Lightly spray the air fryer basket with vegetable oil spray to prevent sticking.
Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the preheated air fryer basket, skin-side down.
Air fry for 10 to 12 minutes until the salmon reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) at the thickest part. The salmon is done when the flesh flakes easily with a fork and the skin is crispy.
Carefully remove the salmon from the air fryer basket and serve immediately.
Comments
Salmon and basic pantry staples are readily available at every major Charlotte chain—no special trips needed. At roughly $8–12 per salmon fillet depending on whether you hit a sale, the cost per serving lands around $4–6, which is reasonable for a weeknight protein. The stated 20 minutes is honest; preheat air fryer, pat salmon dry, season, spray, and cook takes just that long with no hidden prep. This is a low-fuss, hands-off dish that reheats well in a 275°F oven and works for a simple dinner, though it's more of a solo protein than a complete meal—you'll need sides.
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