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Cast Iron Skillet Salmon

This Cast Iron Skillet Salmon is the perfect heart healthy dinner recipe featuring tender salmon topped with crunchy panko breadcrumbs and herbs.
Course entree
Cuisine Mediterranean
Keyword cast iron salmon, seafood
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 2 servings
Author Brynn at The Domestic Dietitian

Ingredients

Panko Crust Topping

  • 1/2 cup panko style breadcrumbs
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp dried basil
  • 1/2 tsp dried parsley
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste

For The Salmon

  • 6-8 oz salmon fillet
  • 1-2 tbsp dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 3-4 lemon slices

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F
  • Place the panko, garlic, basil, and parsley in a small bowl
  • Add 1 tbsp olive oil and mix until well combined, season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside
  • Place the salmon (skin/bottom side down) on a cutting board or piece of parchment paper.
  • Spread dijon mustard all over top side of salmon 
  • Add lemon zest directly on top of mustard
  • Press panko mixture directly on top of mustard layer and press slightly so it sticks to the mustard
  • In a large skillet, heat remaining olive oil over medium-high heat
  • Place salmon (mustard/panko side up) in skillet and let sear for 4-5 minutes without moving
  • Top salmon with lemon slices and move entire skillet to oven to bake
  • Cook for additional 6 minutes, until salmon cooked thru and panko crust is golden brown
  • Remove from oven and allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving

Notes

Inspired by this Panko Crusted Salmon Recipe by The Barefoot Contessa