Get ready to indulge in the most epic salmon extravaganza of your life!

Today, we’re diving into the world of air fryer salmon, and trust me, you won’t want to miss this!. No more boring, overcooked fish!

I love eating this air fryer salmon because it’s extra moist with a gorgeous outer crust, and the spiced Dijon mustard topping makes it taste like a million bucks. While I love my baked salmon or pan seared salmon (they’re classics for a reason), this air fryer salmon really hits the spot if you’re looking for the easiest salmon recipe possible. And honestly, it’s foolproof – you’ll cook up the most perfect salmon filet, ever.

That means moist and succulent insides, with an outside crust that’s actually crispy. The only nuance with cooking salmon in the air fryer is that you can only cook two salmon filets at a time (at least in my air fryer, yours may be different). Otherwise, it’s really a hands-off recipe once you add the seasoning on top (and by the way, those also don’t require any measuring or prepping, you can just eyeball it).

So all in all, it’s an incredibly easy recipe that’s on repeat in my kitchen! If you’re a big fan of my Dijon baked salmon, you’ll go head over heels for this recipe. Each filet is lathered with Dijon mustard, and complemented with spices like paprika and garlic powder for a spiced touch. It’s not hot or spicy, just incredibly flavorful.

Prep the salmon by patting it dry with a paper towel. Don’t skip this step as this will help the seasoning to stick better! Then, evenly spread half a tablespoon of mustard onto each salmon filet. A brush or the back of a spoon is an easy way to schmear it into one thin layer.

Add the seasonings by sprinkling each spice onto the salmon filet. Just eyeball it to match the measurements in the recipe, but it doesn’t have to be exact. I normally start with salt and pepper, then coat generously with garlic powder and paprika. Finish with a quick spray of olive oil on top to keep the salmon filet moist.

Air fry the salmon by adding two salmon filets to the air fryer and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until flaky with a fork. Then repeat with the remaining two salmon filets.

No, you just need to season the top side. And side note – I’m heavy handed on the seasonings. For me, the more flavor the better! Nope, there’s no need to. Just lay the salmon in the air fryer skin side down. Once it cooks, it’s super easy to just peel off the skin if you’d like to do so before serving.

Yes, the size and thickness of your salmon filet will impact cook time. And all air fryers cook a bit differently when it comes to temperature. So make sure to check on the salmon at around 8 minutes to prevent it from overcooking or burning on top. It’s always best to slightly undercook the salmon and add more time as needed, than to accidentally overcook it.