How Long to Cook Salmon Fillet (Skin-On, Center Cut) in the sheet pan

Specification: 6-8 oz center-cut skin-on Atlantic salmon fillet, placed skin-down on parchment-lined sheet pan

Target Temp

425°F (218°C)

Radiant Heat

Total Time

12–15 mins

Total Cook Window

Flip Mark

No Flip

Continuous Cook

Internal Safe Temp

145°F (63°C) internal (or 125°F for medium-rare)

USDA Safe Pull

COOK MODE

Live timer · flip prompt · target temp · rest stage

Start cook

3-Step Execution Protocol

Preheat & Prep

Preheat oven to 425°F (218°C). Arrange salmon fillet (skin-on, center cut) (6-8 oz center-cut skin-on Atlantic salmon fillet, placed skin-down on parchment-lined sheet pan) on a parchment-lined sheet pan in a single layer. Spray lightly with high-smoke-point oil.

Cook

Cook for 12–15 mins. Do not flip; allow surface to develop undisturbed.

Check & Rest

Flesh flakes cleanly along fat lines with a fork; white albumin barely starts to appear along sides. Confirm internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) internal (or 125°F for medium-rare). Rest for 3 minutes before serving.

Verification Basis & Testing Rig

USDA FSIS Seafood Doneness Standard (145°F); Nordic Ware Sheet Pan Seafood Reference.

Pro Tip: Roast on parchment paper skin-down at 425°F; you can easily slip a spatula between the crisp skin and parchment to serve.

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