Sunport Airport-Style Chipotle-Crusted Salmon
Salmon fillets coated in a smoky chipotle spice blend, baked to perfection with lemon and dill.
Cuisine: American
Category: Seafood
Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 13 minutes.
Serves 4.
Ingredients
- 4 (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 1 tsp chipotle powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh dill
- 4 lemon slices
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat 4 salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Mix 1 tsp chipotle powder, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and 1 tbsp olive oil in a small bowl.
- Step 2: Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of each salmon fillet. Place on a lined baking sheet, skin-side down, and top with 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill.
- Step 3: Bake for 12-14 minutes until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Garnish with lemon slices and extra dill before serving.