How to Cook Frozen Salmon in Air Fryer

Name: How To Cook Frozen Salmon in Air Fryer
Cook time: 14 min
Ingredients: 1 pound frozen salmon (✅ ); 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon dill (✅ ); 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon pepper

Learn how to cook frozen salmon in the air fryer in under 15 minutes. Frozen salmon fillets are air-fried for a few minutes then brushed with an olive oil and dill blend then finish cooking until the salmon flakes easily. A quick and simple gluten-free dinner.

Our air fryer salmon makes a delicious main entree or can be transformed into tacos, wraps, salads and so much more! It is a versatile recipe that is packed with flavor and will quickly become a family staple.

For more seafood air fryer recipes, check out our Air Fry Shrimp, Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp and Air Fry Frozen Fish Fillets.

fork scooping a bite of air fried salmon

Air Fry Salmon

Air fried salmon not only creates a delicious meal but is an excellent source of nutrition for the whole family.

Salmon provides Omega-3 fatty acids, essential fatty acids that we can only obtain through foods we eat (our bodies cannot make them). Plus, vitamin D and B-vitamins, nutrients needed for growth and development.

If you have a picky eater at home, salmon may not be the first choice. By encouraging a few bites or incorporating into a favorite recipe, you can introduce salmon in a kid-friendly way. We share kid approved ideas to serving salmon below!

To get started, gather the equipment and ingredients then follow the written instructions or printable recipe card. Enjoy!

Equipment

Ingredients

1 pound frozen salmon ✅
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon dill ✅
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Gluten-Free Guide: If you’re new to eating gluten-free we understand it’s overwhelming trying to figure out which foods may contain gluten and which ones don’t. All of our gluten-free recipes marked with this symbol ✅ represent foods that need to be checked for gluten.

oil and spices in mixing bowl for salmon

oil and spice mixture brushed onto salmon fillets

How To Make

Place frozen salmon fillets onto the air fryer tray. Preheat the air fryer to 390°F. Air fry for 5 minutes.

Blend the spices

While the salmon is baking blend the olive oil, dill, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.

Brush the salmon with spices and finish baking

Carefully remove the salmon from the air fryer. Using a pastry brush to brush the olive oil blend onto the salmon fillet.

Return to the air fryer and fry for an additional 7-9 minutes or until the fish flakes easily.

How To Serve

Air frying salmon then serving as the center of the plate or incorporated into a family favorite recipe is a great option any night of the week.

This seasoned salmon can be served alongside any side dish such as Roasted Broccoli and Carrots, Mashed Potato Bites, Pan Fried Sliced Potatoes, Gluten Free Sweet Potato Fries, Gluten Free Corn Casserole, and Baked Sweet Potato Slices.

It can also be used to create gluten free fish tacos topped with coleslaw and lemon juice, salmon sandwiches on gluten-free buns, a salad tossed with cranberries and toasted pecans, or a seafood pasta dish by adding to Gluten Free Alfredo or Gluten Free Pasta Salad.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long to cook salmon in air fryer?

The total cooking time will depend on your air fryer model. Start by cooking as written then check the internal temp. If at 145°F, it can be removed from the air fryer and served. If not, cook for an additional 2 minutes or until the temp is reached.

How to know if salmon is cooked?

Cooked salmon temp will be 145°F and easily flake with a fork.

Do you need to defrost salmon?

Nope! Frozen salmon fillets can be added to the air fryer tray straight from the freezer.

How to thaw salmon?

If you do choose to thaw salmon, set in the fridge overnight or run under cool continuous water until defrosted.

Kids In The Kitchen

Cooking tips and suggestions for kids making this recipe.

Place the salmon fillets in a single layer without stacking on the air fryer tray to preventing overcrowding.
Add lemon slices to the top of the fillets before air frying for a fun flavor.
Inserting a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the salmon fillet is the best way to check the internal temperature of salmon.

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CKC Features both Gluten-Free Guidance and Kids Cooking Instructions: If you’re new to eating gluten-free we understand it’s overwhelming trying to figure out which foods may contain gluten and which ones don’t. All of our gluten-free recipes marked with this symbol ✅ represent foods that need to be checked for gluten or cross-contamination.

The ⭐️ symbol in the recipe below denotes the steps in which kid cooks may need a helper (depending on age). If there is no ⭐️ symbol, that step (or recipe) doesn’t require a helper.

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