Crispy Parmesan-Crusted Cod: The Best Healthier Dinner Option
Enjoy a healthier dinner option with our Crispy Parmesan-Crusted Cod, a delicious and nutritious meal for any night of the week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 fillets cod
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a bowl, mix the Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs.
- Dip each cod fillet in the eggs, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Place the coated fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Drizzle olive oil over the fillets.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the cod in lemon juice for 15 minutes before coating.
- Use panko breadcrumbs for a crunchier texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Crispy Parmesan-Crusted Cod