Baked Cajun Salmon

Name: Baked Cajun Salmon
Prep time: PT10MIN
Cook time: PT18MIN
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Dinner
Ingredients: 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each), skin on or off; 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning (homemade or store-bought); 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional, for extra smokiness); 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt (skip if your Cajun blend is salty); 1 lemon, sliced, plus extra for serving; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Recipe By Rachel Anne |Updated 2026-01-15 |12 Comments

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Baked Cajun Salmon

PREP10 min

COOK18 min

This Baked Cajun Salmon recipe delivers juicy, flaky fish with a bold, spicy crust—ready in under 30 minutes! The easiest way to spice up your weeknight dinner.

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Ingredients

4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each), skin on or off
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning (homemade or store-bought)
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional, for extra smokiness)
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt (skip if your Cajun blend is salty)
1 lemon, sliced, plus extra for serving
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

1
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet.
2
Pat salmon fillets dry and place on sheet.
3
In a small bowl, mix Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and salt.
4
Brush fillets with olive oil and rub seasoning blend onto all sides.
5
Top each fillet with a lemon slice.
6
Bake salmon for 14 to 18 minutes, or until cooked through and flaky.
7
Broil last 1-2 minutes if you want extra color.
8
Garnish with parsley and fresh lemon, then serve hot.