how long to cook salmon in the oven

For standard fillets, salmon usually bakes in the oven for about 10–20 minutes, depending mostly on thickness and oven temperature.

Quick Scoop

• At 375–400°F (190–200°C), plan on about 10–15 minutes for typical 1-inch-thick fillets.

• A handy rule of thumb is about 4–5 minutes per ½ inch of thickness at 375–400°F.

• At higher heat, like 425–450°F (220–230°C), thinner fillets can be done in 6–12 minutes.

• A large whole side of salmon may take 15–25 minutes, depending on thickness and if you use a lower temp like 350–375°F.

• Salmon is done when it flakes easily with a fork and the thickest part reaches about 145°F internally.

Simple example

• 1-inch-thick fillet at 400°F → about 12–14 minutes.
• Thicker 1.5-inch piece at 375°F → closer to 18–20 minutes.

If you’re ever unsure, start checking a few minutes early; it’s easier to cook salmon a bit longer than to fix overcooked, dry fish.

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