Air Fryer Blackened Salmon Bites -

bite sized pieces of salmon marinated in honey garlic

5 from 1 vote

Air Fryer Blackened Salmon Bites

This quick and easy recipe for healthy Air Fryer Blackened Salmon Bites features tender, bite-sized pieces of salmon flavored with a bold and zesty blackened seasoning cooked up in your air fryer or Ninja Foodi in just 10 minutes or less!

Prep Time5

Cook Time10

Course: Air Fryer, Appetizer, Fish & Seafood, Main Course

Cuisine: American, Cajun

Keyword: air fryer blackened salmon, air fryer blackened salmon bites, blackened air fryer salmon bites, blackened salmon air fryer bites, ninja foodi blackened salmon

Servings: Servings

Calories: 200kcal

Author: Valerie Skinner

Equipment

Air Fryer or Ninja Foodi

Ingredients

1 lb salmon fillet skin removed and cut into 1-inch cubes

Blackened Seasoning

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper adjust to taste
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon salt

Instructions

Preheat the Air Fryer: Start by preheating your air fryer or Ninja Foodi to 400°F (200°C). for 3-5 minutes.
Season the Salmon: In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt. Mix well to create your blackening seasoning. Add the salmon cubes to the bowl with the seasoning. Toss gently until each piece is evenly coated with the spice mixture.
Arrange in the Air Fryer: Place the salmon bites in a single layer in the air fryer basket or Ninja Foodi. Make sure they are not overcrowded to allow for even cooking. You may need to cook in batches depending on the size of your air fryer.
Air Fry Salmon Bites: Cook the salmon bites for about 8-10 minutes at 400°F (200°C), or until the outside is slightly crispy and the salmon is cooked through. The exact cooking time may vary depending on the size of your salmon pieces and the type of air fryer you have, so keep an eye on them.
Serve and Enjoy: Once cooked, carefully remove the salmon bites from the air fryer with tongs. They can be served immediately as a delicious appetizer or as part of a meal.

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