Crispy Baked Cod
Discover the perfect dinner solution with this irresistible Crispy Baked Cod recipe! Featuring tender, flaky cod fillets coated in a savory blend of golden breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and paprika, this dish delivers big flavor with minimal effort. The secret to its signature crunch lies in lightly toasting the breadcrumb mixture with olive oil, ensuring every bite is perfectly crisp. Baked to perfection in just 20 minutes, this healthy and satisfying meal is as quick to prepare as it is delicious. Serve with fresh lemon wedges for a bright, tangy finish that will elevate every forkful. Perfect for weeknight dinners or impressive gatherings, this easy baked cod recipe will quickly become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces cod fillets
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 pieces (for serving) lemon wedges
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with nonstick cooking spray.
Pat the cod fillets dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture, and set them aside.
In a shallow bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper.
Drizzle olive oil over the breadcrumb mixture and stir until the crumbs are evenly coated and lightly moist. This ensures a golden, crispy crust.
Press each cod fillet firmly into the breadcrumb mixture, coating all sides. Shake off any excess crumbs.
Place the coated cod fillets on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
Bake the cod in the preheated oven for 18–20 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. The breadcrumb coating should be golden and crisp.
Remove the cod from the oven and let rest for 2 minutes before serving.
Serve the crispy baked cod with fresh lemon wedges on the side for a zesty finish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1635 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 65.7 g | 84% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.5 g | 82% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 384 mg | 128% | |
| Sodium | 3990 mg | 173% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 89.2 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.9 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.5 g | ||
| Protein | 176.1 g | 352% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.0 mcg | 40% | |
| Calcium | 652 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 9.6 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 3433 mg | 73% | |
*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.
