Easy Cajun Air Fryer Salmon Recipes
Bold, smoky Cajun-spiced salmon cooked to juicy perfection in the air fryer in under 20 minutes—crisp edges, tender flakes, and big flavor for an easy weeknight dinner.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lb skin-on salmon fillets
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 0.5 tbsp light brown sugar
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
- 0.5 tsp kosher salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 1 lemon cut into wedges, for serving
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F for 5 minutes.
- Pat the salmon dry with paper towels and brush all over with olive oil.
- In a small bowl, mix the Cajun seasoning, brown sugar, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Season the salmon evenly with the spice mixture, pressing lightly so it adheres.
- Arrange the salmon skin-side down in the air fryer basket, leaving a little space between pieces.
- Air fry at 400°F for 7 to 10 minutes, or until the thickest part reaches 125°F to 130°F for medium and flakes easily with a fork.
- Rest 2 minutes. Serve with lemon wedges and a sprinkle of parsley.
Notes
For extra-crispy edges, avoid overcrowding the basket and cook in batches if needed. If fillets are very thick, reduce temperature to 380°F and add a few minutes to prevent over-browning.