Baked Blackened Salmon Recipe
This Baked Blackened Salmon recipe features tender salmon fillets coated in a flavorful, smoky blackening spice blend and baked to perfection in the oven. Quick and easy to prepare, it’s a healthy and delicious main dish perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 5 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Salmon
- 1 lb Salmon filet (or 4, 4–6 oz pieces)
- 1 tsp Olive oil
Blackening Seasoning
- 1 tbsp Paprika (smoked or regular)
- 1 tsp Brown sugar
- 1 tsp Chili powder (use cayenne if you prefer it spicy)
- 0.5 tsp powdered Onion
- 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
- 0.25 tsp Sea salt
- 0.25 tsp dried Oregano
- 0.25 tsp fresh cracked Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C). Line a sheet pan with foil and spray it with nonstick spray to prevent the salmon from sticking.
- Make Seasoning: In a small bowl, combine paprika, brown sugar, chili powder, powdered onion, garlic powder, sea salt, dried oregano, and fresh cracked pepper. Mix well to create the blackening seasoning and set aside.
- Prepare Salmon: Place the salmon pieces on the prepared sheet pan. Use clean hands or a basting brush to rub the olive oil evenly over the salmon fillets to help the seasoning adhere.
- Apply Seasoning: Spoon the blackening seasoning mixture over the salmon pieces, spreading it evenly. Use as much seasoning as preferred, but be cautious of cross-contamination if handling leftover seasoning.
- Bake Salmon: Place the sheet pan in the oven and bake the salmon for about 15 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 135°F at the thickest part. The salmon will continue cooking during resting.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes, allowing the internal temperature to rise to the safe and fully cooked 145°F. Serve warm and enjoy your perfectly baked blackened salmon.
Notes
- Leftover blackening seasoning can be stored in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 3 months.
- Use cayenne pepper instead of chili powder for a spicier version.
- Make sure not to overcook the salmon to keep it moist and tender.
- The salmon continues cooking slightly during resting, so remove it from the oven at 135°F internal temperature.
- Foil and nonstick spray make for easy cleanup and prevent sticking.
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