Description
Boston Baked Cod is a delicious and uncomplicated dish that features tender cod fillets topped with a crispy panko crust. The combination of garlic and fresh lemon zest elevates the flavors, making it a favorite among seafood enthusiasts. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this meal is quick to prepare, taking only 10 minutes of active cooking time. Serve it with your choice of sides for a nutritious and satisfying dinner that the whole family will enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cod fillets (6 oz each)
- Salt and black pepper
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F and butter a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Pat the cod fillets dry, then season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Arrange the fillets in the baking dish, ensuring space between them.
- Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir in panko breadcrumbs, parsley, garlic powder, and lemon zest until combined.
- Evenly distribute the breadcrumb mixture over each fillet.
- Drizzle lemon juice and olive oil on top before baking.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until the fish flakes easily with a fork and the topping is golden brown.
- Let rest for 2 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cod fillet (170g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg