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Chipotle Salmon (Air Fryer + Oven Instructions)

Recipe by Eat The Gains
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Chipotle Salmon (Air Fryer + Oven Instructions)

About This Recipe

Easy Chipotle Salmon makes a quick and delicious protein option for any meal! It's only 2 ingredients and can be cooked in the air fryer or oven. Low carb, paleo, keto, gluten free, dairy free, and Whole30 approved!

Ingredients

  • 3 filets skin on wild caught Alaskan salmon ((about 6 ounces each))
  • 3 tablespoons spicy chipotle mayo
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • for serving: lime juice, chopped cilantro

Instructions

  1. Prep the salmon by patting it dry and letting it come to room temperature for a few minutes. Make the mayo if needed.*
  2. Season flesh of salmon with salt and pepper. Spread 1 tablespoon of chipotle mayo on each filet, spreading out evenly. Sprinkle with a little more pepper if desired. Place salmon in your air fryer basket and set to 6-8 minutes at 400 degrees. Time will depend on how thick your salmon is and your desired preference for fish. Salmon is done when it flakes with a fork.
  3. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Source: This recipe is from Eat The Gains. Used with attribution. Full original recipe with photos and notes available at the source link.
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