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A perfectly baked fillet of Garlic Herb Panko Crusted Salmon served with a lemon wedge.

Garlic Herb Panko Crusted Salmon

This recipe creates a flavorful, crunchy baked salmon using a simple mixture of panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and herbs. It is a quick and healthy oven dinner idea.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs raw salmon
For the Panko Crust
  • 1/3 cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 1/4 tsp dill
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tbsp salted butter melted
  • 1/4 tsp salt for panko mixture, plus more for sprinkling
  • to taste black pepper for sprinkling
  • optional parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • Foil
  • Small bowl

Method
 

  1. Pre heat your oven to 425℉.
  2. Pat the salmon dry. Place it on a baking dish lined with foil. Lightly grease the foil. Sprinkle the top of the salmon with salt and black pepper. If you are using skin-on salmon, place the salmon skin side down.
  3. Gather the sides of the foil and scrunch it up around the salmon to trap any liquid formed during baking.
  4. In a bowl, combine the Panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, dill, and garlic powder. Mix these dry ingredients together. Add the melted butter and mix again to fully combine the crust mixture.
  5. Cover the top of the salmon evenly with the Panko mixture.
  6. Bake the salmon for 12 minutes. Check to see if it is done. If you use a meat thermometer, the thickest part of the salmon should read 145℉. If the salmon is not done, bake it for a few more minutes. Do not overcook the salmon.
  7. Garnish with parsley if you are using it. Serve the salmon.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 40gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 500mgFiber: 1g

Notes

This recipe works well with fresh or frozen (thawed) salmon fillets. If you do not have dill, you can substitute it with dried thyme or oregano for a different flavor profile. For a crispier crust, you can briefly place the baking dish under the broiler for the last minute of cooking, watching carefully to prevent burning.

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