Savory Cheese Topped Fish Fillets
Elevate your weeknight dinners with these Savory Cheese Topped Fish Fillets, a delightful fusion of tender, flaky fish and a perfectly golden, cheesy crust. Featuring mild white fish like cod, tilapia, or haddock, this recipe combines the zing of fresh lemon juice, the aromatic touch of garlic and parsley, and the irresistible crunch of a Parmesan and panko breadcrumb topping. Enhanced with a hint of paprika for warmth and a melty layer of mozzarella, these oven-baked fillets are ready in just 35 minutes, making them a quick and flavorful option for busy evenings. Serve them with steamed vegetables, fluffy rice, or a crisp salad for a satisfying, restaurant-quality meal that's easy to prepare at home. Perfect for seafood lovers, this dish is as impressive as it is effortless!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 oz each) fish fillets (such as cod, tilapia, or haddock)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.25 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 0.25 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with oil.
Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels. Place them on the prepared baking sheet and drizzle with lemon juice and olive oil. Rub to coat evenly.
In a small bowl, mix together the minced garlic, parsley, parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, panko breadcrumbs, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Divide the cheese mixture evenly among the fish fillets, pressing it gently onto the top of each fillet to form a crust.
Bake the fillets in the preheated oven for 15–20 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, and the cheese topping is golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let the fish rest for 2–3 minutes before serving.
Serve warm with your favorite side dishes such as steamed vegetables, rice, or a crisp salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
307 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.2 g | 17% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 21% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 99 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 621 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.5 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.9 g | ||
| Protein | 40.8 g | 82% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.5 mcg | 43% | |
| Calcium | 208 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 576 mg | 12% | |
*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.
