Air Fryer Blackened Salmon (9 Minutes)
This air fryer blackened salmon cooks in just 9 minutes with bold seasoning and no marinating required. An easy, flavorful salmon recipe perfect for tacos, salads, or quick weeknight dinners.
Servings 4
Calories 205kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
Blackening seasoning (makes about 1 tablespoon) :
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon dried mustard
- Pinch cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Combine the blackening seasoning ingredients in a bowl.1 teaspoon paprika, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon sea salt, ½ teaspoon chili powder, ¼ teaspoon dried mustard, Pinch cayenne pepper
- Spray the salmon lightly with oil. Sprinkle with ½ teaspoon salt, then rub with about 1 tablespoon blackening seasoning.1.25 pounds salmon, avocado oil spray or olive oil spray, 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- Air fry at 400°F for 9 minutes.
Notes
Tips for success
- Preheat if needed. If your air fryer requires preheating, make sure it’s fully preheated before adding the salmon.
- Salmon varies in thickness. If your fillets are thin, start checking for doneness around 7–8 minutes.
- Let it rest. Rest the salmon for 2–3 minutes after cooking before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 205kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 9g | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 0.1g
