Description
A delicious Parmesan Crusted Salmon recipe featuring a wild salmon fillet topped with a flavorful crust of breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and herbs, baked to golden perfection for a quick and elegant main dish.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1.5 pound whole wild salmon fillet
Crust Mixture
- 1/4 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon thyme and chives, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with foil or parchment paper to prepare for baking.
- Prepare Salmon: Place the whole wild salmon fillet on the prepared baking sheet, skin side down if applicable.
- Make Crust Mixture: In a small bowl, combine the plain breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, and finely chopped thyme and chives. Drizzle melted butter over the mixture, add salt and pepper, then mix thoroughly with your hand to ensure the breadcrumbs are evenly coated with the butter and seasoning.
- Apply Crust: Evenly sprinkle the breadcrumb and cheese mixture over the top of the salmon fillet, pressing lightly so it adheres.
- Bake Salmon: Place the salmon in the preheated oven and bake for 12 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and the crust is a nice golden color.
- Optional Broil: If the crust hasn’t browned to your liking, turn on the broiler for 1 minute to crisp up the topping, then remove immediately to prevent burning.
- Serve: Serve the Parmesan crusted salmon warm and enjoy.
Notes
- Storing Leftovers – Keep any leftover baked crusted salmon in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days to maintain freshness.
- Reheating – To reheat salmon without overcooking, broil it for 2-3 minutes to crisp the crust again and gently warm the meat.
- Herbs – Substitute thyme and chives with fresh parsley or dill for a different flavor profile.
- Salmon Size – Adjust cooking time slightly if using a larger or thicker salmon fillet to ensure it is cooked through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
