Elevate your weeknight dinner with this Crispy Parmesan Crusted Baked Salmon. This gourmet-style dish balances flaky, tender salmon fillets with a savory, crunchy topping of golden panko, salty parmesan, and aromatic parsley. It is a healthy, protein-packed meal that is easy to assemble and perfect for quick weeknight cooking or hosting guests. Perfectly baked to golden brown perfection, this recipe offers restaurant-quality results in under 30 minutes, ensuring a delicious and satisfying experience for the whole family.
4 (7 oz) skinless salmon fillets
3/4 cup panko bread crumbs
3/4 cup finely shredded parmesan
2 1/2 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley
3/4 tsp garlic powder
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 large egg
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a shallow bowl, whisk the egg with the olive oil until well combined.
In a separate shallow bowl, mix together the panko bread crumbs, shredded parmesan, chopped parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper.
Dip each fillet into the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off, then press the top side of the salmon firmly into the panko-parmesan mixture to create a thick crust.
Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet, crust-side up.
Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork and the crust is golden brown.
Use gluten-free panko bread crumbs for a gluten-free version. You can add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a subtle heat. Ensure salmon fillets are of uniform thickness for even cooking.