Crispy Parmesan Crusted Baked Salmon
Tender, flaky salmon crowned with a golden, crispy crust made of Parmesan and Panko, this dish is both delicious and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets (6 ounces each)
- to taste Salt and pepper
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by creating a clean, organized workspace. Gather all your ingredients and tools, including a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil, measuring cups and spoons, and mixing bowls.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Cooking
- Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- In a medium-sized bowl, mix together the grated Parmesan cheese, Panko breadcrumbs, and chopped parsley until combined.
- In a small dish, whisk together the melted butter, minced garlic, lemon zest, and lemon juice until blended.
- Drizzle the garlic butter mixture evenly over each salmon fillet.
- Firmly press the Parmesan breadcrumb mixture onto each salmon fillet to cover completely.
- Drizzle a little olive oil over the top of each fillet.
- Bake the salmon for 12-15 minutes, or until cooked through and the crust is golden brown.
- For an added crunch, switch the oven to broil for the last 1-2 minutes, keeping a close eye to prevent burning.
- Allow the salmon to rest for a minute before serving with lemon wedges.
Notes
This recipe is versatile; try adding herbs like basil or thyme for more flavor, or use gluten-free breadcrumbs if needed. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.