This simple Air Fryer Halibut recipe uses an easy dry rub to give lots of flavor in a very short time. This 15-minute recipe is perfect for a busy evening when you need a healthy AIP meal.

Air Fryer Halibut Ingredients
- Halibut: Make sure to use two fillets that are about the same size and thickness.
- Garlic Powder
- Salt: Sea salt is best.
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
How to make Air Fryer Halibut
1. Put the fish fillets on a plate and pat dry with a paper towel.
2. Pour olive oil over the fish. Then sprinkle garlic powder and salt over both sides.
3. Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper. Place the fillets in the basket.
4. Bake for 7-10 minutes at 350 degrees. When finished the fish should flake when poked with a fork. Serve immediately.
Tips for making the BEST Air Fryer Halibut
- Cooking time will vary on air fryer and thickness of the fish.
- Cod or mahi mahi would be good substitutes for halibut. They are both a flakey white fish with similar density and texture. Although cod would be the most affordable.
- I’m currently using an older air fryer model from Costco. It’s like this model. However, the capacity is small, and the machine take up a lot of space. I’d prefer to have a toaster oven/air fryer. It can be used for multiple purposes and has a larger capacity for cooking or baking. I’ve seen really good reviews on this model.
- Make sure to use two halibut fillets that are about the same size and thickness.
- The air fryer wasn’t preheated so keep that in mind before baking.
Can you air fry halibut?
Yes. The air fryer is essentially a tiny little oven so you’re essentially baking the fish. The same way you’d bake fish in the oven, it’s just faster. If you’re looking for a good baked fish recipe, try this Baked Fish with Cauliflower Rice Pilaf Sheet Pan Meal.
Is halibut good in the air fryer?
Absolutely! This is a simple recipe that uses just a few ingredients but it’s delicious. Here’s another easy fish recipe with a handful of ingredients.
Why You’ll Love Halibut in the Air Fryer
Besides it being delicious, it’s a super simple recipe, makes enough for two (perfect if you’re just cooking for yourself or you and your spouse and don’t want leftover), uses simple spices that are probably already in your pantry and can be on the table in 15 minutes. I also have an Air Fryer Radishes and AIP Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts recipes.
How long do I air fry Halibut?
Fish cooks quickly so you shouldn’t cook your fillets any longer than 10 minutes. The recipe says cook the fillets for 7-10 minutes as it depends on the thickness of the halibut. And I didn’t preheat the air fryer before baking either so keep that in mind.
Air Fryer Recommendations
I’m currently using an older air fryer model from Costco. It’s like this model. However, the capacity is small, and the machine take up a lot of space. I’d prefer to have a toaster oven/air fryer. It can be used for multiple purposes and has a larger capacity for cooking or baking. I’ve seen really good reviews on this model.
What to serve with air fryer halibut?
- AIP Rice and Pasta (Rice ‘a’ Roni copycat)
- Leek Greens with Apples and Bacon
- AIP Cauliflower Rice (Whole30, Paleo, Vegan)
- Creamed Leeks Without Cream (Dairy Free)
- Spinach Stew
- Garlic Bok Choy
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Air Fryer Halibut
Ingredients
- 2 fillets Halibut
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Instructions
- Put the fish fillets on a plate and pat dry with a paper towel.
- Pour olive oil over the fish. Then sprinkle garlic powder and salt over both sides.
- Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper. Place the fillets in the basket.
- Bake for 7-10 minutes at 350 degrees. When finished the fish should flake when poked with a fork. Serve immediately.
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Notes
- Cooking time will vary on air fryer and thickness of the fish.
- Cod or mahi mahi would be good substitutes for halibut. They are both a flakey white fish with similar density and texture. Although cod would be the most affordable.
- I’m currently using an older air fryer model from Costco. It’s like this model. However, the capacity is small, and the machine take up a lot of space. I’d prefer to have a toaster oven/air fryer. It can be used for multiple purposes and has a larger capacity for cooking or baking. I’ve seen really good reviews on this model.
- Make sure to use two halibut fillets that are about the same size and thickness.
- The air fryer wasn’t preheated so keep that in mind before baking.
Nutrition
Helpful Info for All Recipes
- I always use extra virgin olive oil in all of my recipes unless stated otherwise.
- I always use Himalayan sea salt or Celtic sea salt, unless otherwise noted.
- The majority of my recipes are strict AIP or include notations for reintroductions. However while I make every effort to label non-AIP ingredients and recipes sometimes they slip past me. If you have questions, please ask in advance.
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