Golden Parmesan-Herb Crusted Salmon

• 4  - salmon fillets
• ¼ teaspoon - salt
• ⅛  - black pepper
• 1 Tablespoon - fresh parsley
• 1 Tablespoon - fresh dill
• 1 Tbsp - fresh chives
• 1 teaspoon - fresh thyme leaves
• 4 teaspoon - unsalted butter
• 1 Ounce - grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 Ounce - fresh breadcrumbs
• ¼ teaspoon - garlic powder
• ¼ teaspoon - salt
• ¼ teaspoon - black pepper
• 1  - lemon

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
3. Gently pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Place on the baking sheet, skin side down.
4. Sprinkle the tops of the salmon with the salt and black pepper.
5. Finely mince the fresh herbs. Transfer to a mixing bowl.
6. Place the butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high until melted, 30-40 seconds.
7. Add the Parmesan, fresh breadcrumbs, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the minced herbs. Mix with a fork to combine, then add the melted butter and mix to evenly moisten the crumbs.
8. Using a spoon and clean hands, divide the Parmesan and herb mixture equally between each salmon fillet. Gently pat into an even layer over the tops of the fillets.
9. Bake the salmon on middle rack of oven until the crust is golden brown and salmon flakes easily with a fork, 12-15 minutes.
10. Check to see that salmon is done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.
11. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over salmon if desired. Serve immediately. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.