Description
Enjoy a delicious and easy-to-make dinner with this Baked Parmesan Crusted Cod recipe. Tender cod fillets are coated with a flavorful mixture of Parmesan, panko breadcrumbs, and spices, then baked to perfection. A crispy, golden crust pairs perfectly with the flaky fish, making this a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cod fillets (about 6 ounces each)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Lemon wedges for serving
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Cod:
Crust Mixture:
Additional:
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Season the cod fillets with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Prepare the crust mixture by combining Parmesan, panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, dried parsley, melted butter, and olive oil in a bowl.
- Coat the cod fillets with the Parmesan mixture, pressing it onto the tops of each fillet.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until the fish is flaky and the crust is golden brown.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- This recipe also works well with haddock or tilapia.
- For extra crispiness, broil the cod for the last 1–2 minutes.
- Serve with roasted vegetables or a light salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
