Crispy Orange Chili Salmon Sheet Pan Dinner
Sheet pan orange chili salmon is the perfect quick and easy dinner solution. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to getting crispy salmon every time. The combination of sweet and spicy orange chili sauce with crispy salmon and tender broccoli will make your whole family happy. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Blueberry Pie Recipe (Better Than Takeout) and Crispy Asian Salmon and Broccoli Sheet Pan Dinner.
Why This Crispy Orange Chili Salmon Sheet Pan Dinner Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy salmon with a sweet and spicy glaze
- One-pan dinner for easy cleanup
- Ready in under 20 minutes
- Healthy and packed with flavor
What You'll Need for Crispy Orange Chili Salmon Sheet Pan Dinner
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- salmon fillets
- broccoli florets
- red bell pepper
- orange chili sauce
- orange chili sauce
- garlic
- soy sauce
- honey
- red pepper flakes
- Optional: green onions
- Optional: sesame seeds
📝 Ingredient Notes
- salmon fillets: Use skin-on fillets for crispier skin.
- orange chili sauce: Use your favorite store-bought or homemade sauce.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Sheet Pan — Ensures even cooking and easy cleanup. → See on Amazon
- Parchment Paper — Prevents the salmon from sticking to the pan. → See on Amazon
How to Make Crispy Orange Chili Salmon Sheet Pan Dinner
- Prepare the salmon: Pat salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and season with salt and pepper. Place them on a parchment-lined sheet pan, skin-side down.
- Prepare the vegetables: Toss broccoli florets and sliced red bell pepper with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them around the salmon on the sheet pan.
- Make the glaze: In a small bowl, mix together orange chili sauce, minced garlic, soy sauce, honey, and red pepper flakes.
- Bake the salmon: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake the salmon and vegetables for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
- Glaze the salmon: Remove the sheet pan from the oven and brush the glaze over the salmon fillets. Broil for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the glaze is caramelized and the salmon is crispy.
- Serve: Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Cook's Tips for Perfect Crispy Orange Chili Salmon Sheet Pan Dinner
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overcook the salmon. It will continue to cook from residual heat after you remove it from the oven. If it's still a bit undercooked, that's okay!
- Pro tip: For extra crispy skin, make sure your sheet pan is very hot before adding the salmon.
- Pro tip: To make this recipe in the air fryer, cook the salmon and vegetables at 400°F (200°C) for 10-12 minutes, then brush on the glaze and broil for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Storing & Reheating Crispy Orange Chili Salmon Sheet Pan Dinner
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: You can prepare the salmon and vegetables ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator until ready to bake.
Freezing Crispy Orange Chili Salmon Sheet Pan Dinner
Freeze cooked salmon for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, or until heated through. Be careful, as the skin may become tough and chewy.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicier glaze, add more red pepper flakes or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the broccoli with cauliflower or green beans.
- Make-ahead: This recipe is not well-suited for make-ahead preparation, as the salmon can become dry if cooked ahead of time.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve more people.
- Troubleshooting: If your salmon is not crispy, you may need to broil it for a longer period of time. Keep an eye on it to prevent burning.
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Crispy Orange Chili Salmon Sheet Pan Dinner
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- salmon fillets
- broccoli florets
- red bell pepper
- orange chili sauce
Seasonings
- orange chili sauce
- garlic
- soy sauce
- honey
- red pepper flakes
Optional Toppings
- green onions
- sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the salmon: Pat salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and season with salt and pepper. Place them on a parchment-lined sheet pan, skin-side down.
- Prepare the vegetables: Toss broccoli florets and sliced red bell pepper with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them around the salmon on the sheet pan.
- Make the glaze: In a small bowl, mix together orange chili sauce, minced garlic, soy sauce, honey, and red pepper flakes.
- Bake the salmon: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake the salmon and vegetables for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
- Glaze the salmon: Remove the sheet pan from the oven and brush the glaze over the salmon fillets. Broil for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the glaze is caramelized and the salmon is crispy.
- Serve: Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicier glaze, add more red pepper flakes or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the broccoli with cauliflower or green beans.
- Make-ahead: This recipe is not well-suited for make-ahead preparation, as the salmon can become dry if cooked ahead of time.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve more people.
- Troubleshooting: If your salmon is not crispy, you may need to broil it for a longer period of time. Keep an eye on it to prevent burning.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze cooked salmon for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, or until heated through. Be careful, as the skin may become tough and chewy.
- Make ahead: You can prepare the salmon and vegetables ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator until ready to bake.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 350
- Protein: 30g
- Fat: 18g
- Carbs: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Cholesterol: 90mg
- Sat. Fat: 3g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Crispy Orange Chili Salmon Sheet Pan Dinner FAQs
It's best to cook this recipe fresh, as the salmon can become dry if cooked ahead of time. However, you can prepare the salmon and vegetables ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator until ready to bake.
To get crispy salmon, make sure your sheet pan is very hot before adding the salmon. You can also broil the salmon for an additional 2-3 minutes after baking to crisp up the skin.
Yes, you can make this recipe in the air fryer. Cook the salmon and vegetables at 400°F (200°C) for 10-12 minutes, then brush on the glaze and broil for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Yes, this recipe is healthy. It's packed with protein from the salmon and broccoli, and the orange chili sauce adds flavor without too much added sugar or sodium.
This recipe is a complete meal on its own, but you can also serve it with a side of quinoa, brown rice, or a simple green salad.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Crispy Orange Chili Salmon Sheet Pan Dinner and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
