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Close up shot of a Parmesan Crusted Salmon fillet showing the thick, uneven crunchy Panko crust and vibrant pink interior.
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Parmesan Crusted Salmon with Toasted Panko and Lemon Butter Sauce

This Parmesan Crusted Salmon features a thick, flaky fillet topped with a golden-brown, crunchy Panko-Parmesan crust. Finished with a bright lemon butter sauce, it's a 20-minute restaurant-quality meal perfect for healthy weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 412
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 6 oz Salmon Fillets Center-cut, 1.5 inches thick
  • 1/2 cup (60g) Panko Breadcrumbs Japanese style
  • 1/3 cup (35g) Parmesan Cheese Finely grated
  • 1 tsp (1g) Dried Parsley
  • 1/2 tsp (1g) Cracked Black Pepper
  • 4 tbsp (56g) Unsalted Butter Divided
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed

Equipment

  • 1 Baking Sheet Lined with parchment paper
  • 1 Small Saucepan For the lemon butter sauce
  • 1 Meat Thermometer To check for 145°F internal temp

Method
 

Prepare the Salmon
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat the salmon fillets completely dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt.
  2. In a small bowl, combine 1 tbsp (14g) of melted butter, Panko, Parmesan, parsley, and black pepper until well mixed.
Baking
  1. Pile the Panko mixture onto the salmon fillets in a thick, uneven layer. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  2. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden-brown and the salmon reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
Finishing
  1. In a saucepan, melt remaining butter and whisk in lemon juice and a pinch of parsley until glossy.
  2. Place salmon on a white ceramic plate and drizzle the lemon butter sauce around the base.

Nutrition

Calories: 412kcalProtein: 34gFat: 28gFiber: 1g

Notes

Pat the salmon dry to ensure a crunchy crust.
Use center-cut fillets for even cooking and the best visual presentation.
Keyword baked salmon,Panko Salmon,Parmesan Crusted Salmon

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