Description
Parmesan Crusted Cod delivers a quick, crispy seafood dinner that brings restaurant-quality flavor right to your kitchen. Tender fish fillets get coated in a golden, cheesy crust that makes weeknight meals feel totally special.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 cod fillets
Coating Ingredients:
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Crank your oven to a hot 400F, ensuring the rack sits in the center position for even cooking.
- Combine 1 cup parmesan cheese, ½ cup breadcrumbs, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon paprika, plus a pinch of salt and pepper in a shallow mixing bowl.
- Pat your cod fillets dry with paper towels to help the coating stick perfectly.
- Drizzle 2 tablespoons olive oil across both sides of the 4 cod fillets, creating a light and even coating.
- Roll each fillet generously in the parmesan mixture, pressing gently to ensure the crispy blend adheres completely.
- Arrange the coated fillets on a parchment-lined baking sheet, keeping them slightly separated for consistent heat circulation.
- Slide the baking sheet into the preheated 400F oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until the fish turns golden and flakes effortlessly with a gentle fork touch.
- Remove from the oven and let the fillets rest for 2-3 minutes, allowing the crust to set and the fish to finish cooking through.
Notes
- Check cod thickness to ensure even cooking, adjusting bake time for thinner or thicker fillets.
- Grate fresh parmesan cheese for a more robust flavor and better coating adherence.
- Use panko breadcrumbs for extra crispiness and a lighter, crunchier texture.
- Pat fish dry before coating to help the parmesan mixture stick better and create a crispier crust.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Cod
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 404 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 630 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 39 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg