This Baked Pecan Panko Crusted Salmon is crunchy and absolutely delicious! The buttery pecan panko crust pairs incredibly well with flaky and tender salmon. It takes less than 25 minutes to make this restaurant-quality salmon dish. Once you try it, you will make this salmon recipe again and again.
Baked Salmon
I always prefer baking than pan frying because baking is the most fool proof method to get moist and tender salmon without drying it out. This salmon recipe requires only 25 minutes and a few simple ingredients, yet it will taste better than any salmon dish from a fancy restaurant. Even though salmon + buttery pecan panko crust is an incredible combination, you can use cod, trout or any other fish in place of salmon.
How long to bake salmon at 425 F /220 C?
Baking time will depend on the thickness of salmon fillets. I recommend to use a ruler to measure the thickness of salmon before baking. It usually takes about 8 minutes per 1-inch thickness of salmon. I used larger fillets and it took 15 minutes.
• 1-inch thickness = 6-8 minutes
• 2-inch thickness = 12-15 minutes
Pecan Panko Crust
The pecan panko crust comes together in seconds and can be used for both fish and chicken. It is very delicious and I plan to try in in my Baked Shrimp Scampi with Bread Crumbs recipe. You can use any kind of nuts. For gluten free version use shredded coconut instead of bread crumbs.
How to make baked salmon
As I’ve already mentioned, it is a quick and healthy salmon recipe which is perfect for any day of the week. Let’s dive in and learn how to make the best baked salmon recipe in the world! Yes!! I truly believe it is one of the most delicious salmon dishes.
1. Mix all the ingredients for the honey mustard glaze/sauce. It will help pecan panko crust to adhere well to salmon fillets.
2. Prepare panko crust by simply combining panko breadcrumbs, parsley and chopped nuts. You can use any nuts of your choice. I tried almond, walnuts and macadamia nuts. All worked well, but I admit that pecan nuts are my favorite one.
3. Top salmon fillets with glaze and pecan-panko mixture.
4. Bake at 450°F / 225 °C for 8-15 minutes, the time will depend on the size and thickness of salmon fillets.
Serving Panko Crusted Salmon
Serve it with Steamed broccoli, Instant Pot Jasmine Rice, Mashed Potatoes, or Sauteed Spinach.
BAKED SALMON WITH HONEY MUSTARD AND PECAN PANCO CRUST
Ingredients
FOR THE SALMON
- Salmon fillets-2 or 500 gm/ 1 pound
- Black pepper and salt- as needed
- FOR HONEY MUSTARD SAUCE
- Unsalted butter melted- 2 tbsp.
- Honey- 1 tbsp.
- Dijon mustard old style-1 tbsp.
- Salt-½ tsp.
- Ground black pepper- ½ tsp.
- PANKO CRUST
- Panko breadcrumbs- 2 ½ tbsp.
- Pecans/almond nuts finely chopped-1 ½ tbsp.
- Parsley finely chopped- 1 tbsp.
- Lemon slices- 4
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450°F / 225 °C with the rack in the center. Line a baking tray with foil or make 2 foil trays ( watch the video).
- Honey Mustard Sauce. In a small bowl combine melted butter, honey, Dijon mustard, salt and black pepper. Keep aside.
- Panko crust.Mix together panko breadcrumbs, chopped nuts and parsley.
- Season salmon with salt and pepper, then spoon the mustard mixture over the salmon fillets and top with panko-nut mixture.
- Bake 12-15 minutes or until salmon is cooked through.
Video
Notes
- Honey-mustard glaze works like a glue. Press the panko-nut topping over glaze lightly so it sticks to the glaze.
- Ovens may differ. So if you find that the topping is getting brown too quickly, make a tent, using a piece of foil to cover loosely the salmon.
Nutrition
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Jane says
I just made it for dinner and it was Fantastic! My hubby said it the best salmon recipe he has ever had!
chefjar says
Thank you Jane! I am very glad you liked the recipe and thanks for sharing your experience!)))
Laura says
Made it today and it’s So delicious! Definitely a keeper!
chefjar says
Thank you Laura! I am very happy you liked the recipe!
Michael says
It is really delicious! Thanks for sharing! Will make it again .
chefjar says
Thank you Michael!Hope you will try other salmon recipes on the blog!