Description
This Panko Parmesan Baked Cod recipe is a flavorful and easy way to prepare cod fillets. The combination of crispy panko breadcrumbs and savory Parmesan cheese creates a delicious crust that perfectly complements the tender fish. Baking the cod ensures a healthy dish that is ready in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
Cod Fillets:
- 4 cod fillets (about 6 ounces each)
Breadcrumb Mixture:
- ¾ cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Mustard Mixture:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare a baking sheet.
- Prepare the breadcrumb mixture: Combine panko, Parmesan, garlic powder, parsley, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Make the mustard mixture: In another bowl, mix olive oil, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice.
- Coat the cod fillets: Pat dry the cod fillets, brush with the mustard mixture, and coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Bake the cod: Place fillets on the baking sheet and bake for 12–15 minutes until cooked through and golden brown.
- Serve: Serve hot with lemon wedges.
Notes
- This recipe also works well with haddock or halibut.
- For extra crispiness, broil the fillets for the last 1–2 minutes of baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cod fillet
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
