Easiest Baked Salmon

Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Ready In: 25 minutes

Ingredients:
2 tsp olive oil, plus more for coating the foil
4 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley
1 (20-ounce) skin-on salmon fillet (1 1/4 pounds)
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
3 tbsp panko

Directions:
1. Heat the oven to 425°F and arrange a rack in the middle. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and coat an area about the size of the fish with olive oil; set aside.

2. Place the measured oil, mustard, and parsley in a small bowl and whisk to combine. Lay the salmon on the foil, skin side down, and season it generously with salt and pepper. Evenly spread the mustard mixture all over the top. Sprinkle the breadcrumbs over the mustard mixture until it’s completely covered, then gently pat to get the panko to adhere.

3. Bake the fish for 12 to 15 minutes, then check for doneness. The center should spring back to the touch and the breadcrumbs should be golden brown. If it’s not ready, return the fish to the oven for a few minutes more. If the fish is ready but the breadcrumbs aren’t browned, broil about 2 minutes more or until golden brown.