Description
A delicious and easy Parmesan Crusted Cod recipe featuring tender cod fillets baked with a crispy, flavorful Parmesan and breadcrumb crust, perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Fish and Coating
- 4 cod fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
For Brushing
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
To Serve
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
- Mix the Parmesan Crust: In a small bowl, combine the grated Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and chopped fresh parsley to create the flavorful crust mixture.
- Prepare Olive Oil and Mustard Mixture: In another small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and Dijon mustard to form a smooth brushing mixture.
- Coat the Cod Fillets: Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels to ensure the coating sticks properly. Brush each fillet evenly with the olive oil and mustard mixture, then press the Parmesan breadcrumb mixture onto the top of each fillet, coating them thoroughly.
- Bake the Fish: Arrange the coated fillets on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily when tested with a fork and the crust turns golden brown.
- Optional Broil for Crispiness: For an extra crispy finish, broil the fish for the last 1 to 2 minutes of baking, watching closely to avoid burning.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the fish.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, broil the fish for the last 1–2 minutes of baking.
- This recipe works well with haddock or halibut as substitute for cod.
- Pair with roasted vegetables or a light salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
