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flaky baked cod on a baking sheet with lemons
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Easy Baked Cod Recipe

Dinner was never easier with this 15 minute baked cod recipe. Perfectly seasoned with pantry staples and drilled with butter and lemon juice.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: 15 minute dinner, fish dinner, fish recipe
Servings: 6
Calories: 130kcal
Author: Julie Clark

Ingredients

  • 6 cod fillets about 4 oz each
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder or 2 teaspoons minced garlic cloves
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon dried parsley or Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
  • lemon wedges for serving
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Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
  • Pat the cod fillets dry with a paper towel. This helps the seasoning stick. 6 cod fillets
  • In a small bowl, mix together the garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper, parsley, and onion powder. 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon paprika, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper, ½ teaspoon dried parsley, 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • Brush the fillets with melted butter and drizzle with lemon juice. Sprinkle the seasoning mixture evenly over the fillets. 2 tablespoons melted butter, 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
  • Place the fillets in the baking dish and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork. The internal temperature should reach 145°F when done. The exact timing will depend on the thickness of the fillets. Thin fillets may cook in as little as 5-6 minutes.
  • Serve immediately with lemon wedges and fresh herbs such as parsley. lemon wedges

Notes

  • For a crispier topping, sprinkle with panko breadcrumbs and shredded parmesan cheese.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Refer to the article above for more tips and tricks.
The calories shown are based on the recipe making 6 fillets, with 1 serving being 1 seasoned fillet. Since different brands of ingredients have different nutritional information, the calories shown are just an estimate. **We are not dietitians and recommend you seek a nutritionist for exact nutritional information. **

Nutrition

Calories: 130kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 59mg | Sodium: 286mg | Potassium: 487mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 327IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 1mg