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Baked Cod with Panko

Baked Cod with Panko is a delightful and healthy dish that combines flaky, tender cod with a crispy panko topping. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a special occasion, it’s both nutritious and satisfying.

  • Total Time: 24 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 (6 ounces each) cod fillets
  • Juice of ¼ lemon
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt divided
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • ¼ cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 ½ teaspoons dried crushed rosemary
  • ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F and prepare a baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Arrange the cod fillets in the dish and squeeze lemon juice over them; season with kosher salt.
  • Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan and sauté garlic until fragrant.
  • Add panko, dried rosemary, ground pepper, and paprika to the pan, mixing to coat.
  • Spread the panko mixture over the cod fillets, pressing down gently.
  • Bake for 12 to 14 minutes until the fish flakes easily with a fork.

Notes

Adjust cooking time based on cod fillet thickness for best results.
Marinate cod in lemon juice and herbs for enhanced flavor before baking.
Grated Parmesan can be added to the panko mixture for a cheesy twist.

  • Author: Rachael
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 14 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Seafood

Nutrition

  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 0
  • Sodium: 500
  • Fat: 14
  • Saturated Fat: 2
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 20
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 30
  • Cholesterol: 60