Creamy Baked Fish Fillets
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this luscious recipe for Creamy Baked Fish Fillets, a dish that blends the delicate flavors of white fish with a rich, velvety Parmesan sauce. Perfectly seasoned and lightly seared fillets are baked to flaky perfection under a blanket of creamy goodness infused with garlic, parsley, and a hint of lemon juice for brightness. This easy yet elegant recipe, ready in just 40 minutes, is a crowd-pleasing option for anyone seeking a comforting seafood entree. Pair it with fluffy rice, creamy mashed potatoes, or crisp roasted vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal. Perfect for seafood lovers, this baked fish dish offers a delightful combination of textures and flavors to impress your guests or upgrade your family dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces White fish fillets (e.g., cod, tilapia, or haddock)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Milk
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons Parsley, chopped
- 2 teaspoons Lemon juice
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish with a little olive oil and set aside.
Pat the fish fillets dry with a paper towel, then season both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the fish fillets and sear for 2 minutes per side, just until lightly golden. Remove the fish and set aside. (They don’t need to be cooked through at this stage.)
In the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
Gradually whisk in the milk and heavy cream, continuing to stir until the mixture thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, and lemon juice to the sauce. Stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning, if needed.
Place the seared fish fillets into the prepared baking dish. Pour the creamy sauce over the top, ensuring all the fish is covered.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Garnish with additional parsley if desired, and serve warm with rice, mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1827 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 115.3 g | 148% | |
| Saturated Fat | 53.6 g | 268% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 588 mg | 196% | |
| Sodium | 3736 mg | 162% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.3 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.5 g | ||
| Protein | 162.6 g | 325% | |
| Vitamin D | 36.8 mcg | 184% | |
| Calcium | 915 mg | 70% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 2552 mg | 54% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
