Learn how to prepare a single serving Baked Salmon Fillet in Foil, ensuring moist and flaky results. This quick, healthy recipe infuses the salmon with lemon and spices for a flavorful meal.
Prep Time10 minutesmins
Cook Time20 minutesmins
Total Time30 minutesmins
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Seafood
Diet: Low Carb, Gluten Free
Keyword: baked fish, baked salmon in foil, salmon, salmon baked in foil, seafood
Lightly coat the center of a sheet of foil with cooking spray or a small drizzle of olive oil. Position the salmon fillet in the middle of the foil.
Soften a tablespoon of butter and blend in garlic powder, dried tarragon, and salt for seasoning.
Spoon the butter mixture over the salmon and spread to cover the top of the fish.
Top with the lemon slices.
Cover the salmon with another foil sheet, crimping the edges together to form a tight seal. Place the foil packet on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes or until salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Notes
Skin On or Off: Choose to bake your salmon with either the skin on or off based on your preference.
Use a Sheet Pan: Place the foil packet containing the salmon on a sheet pan for baking.
Forming the Foil Packet: When sealing the foil, fold the sides together and pinch to seal, leaving some space around the salmon for steam to circulate.
Adjust Cooking Time as Needed: Salmon thickness affects cooking time. Check doneness at 18 minutes by opening the foil. If not fully cooked, reseal and continue baking.
Resting the Salmon: If the salmon is nearly done, remove it from the oven, cover with foil, and let it rest at room temperature to finish cooking.
Storing Leftovers: Keep cooked salmon in the fridge for 1 to 2 days for freshness.