Succulent Baked Cod Recipe With Herb Panko Crust Is Chef's Kiss (30 Minutes, 9 Ingredients) High Protein Recipes Seafood Dinner Gluten-free Low Sugar Recipes Lunch

Seafood, especially a healthy piece of fish, is a beautiful blank slate. You can add a variety of seasonings, herb breadcrumbs or citrus toppings to enhance the flavor of fish – and the complete finished texture of the seafood dish. This delicious baked cod recipe is super fast and easy. Plus, this is a high-protein recipe, so you get the health benefits of protein in every succulent bite.

Here is your shopping list for this baked fish recipe: cod fillets (read about the health benefits of fish), lemons, panko or breadcrumbs (regular or gluten-free), fresh parsley, fresh dill, unsalted butter, Parmesan cheese, fresh garlic and fresh chives.

Pro Tip: When preparing any fish filets with panko, the moisture from the fish has a tendency to make breadcrumbs or panko toppings soggy. There are a couple of ways to keep the panko nice and crispy. Always add a little melted butter to the mixture. The butter will help the panko brown nicely and hold the crunch. Also, be sure to bake at high heat, at least 425 degrees F. And don't walk away from the oven. Fish bakes fast and can dry out quickly.

Serve this juicy baked whitefish with crunchy panko topping for dinner alone or over your favorite sauce. Add your favorite side dishes and you've got a restaurant-worthy seafood dinner on the table.

Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 18 to 20 minutes
Total Time: 28 to 30 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cod fillets, any bones removed
• juice of 1 lemon
• 1 - 1 1/2 cups panko or herb seasoned breadcrumbs (regular or gluten-free)
• 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped fine
• 1 sprig dill, minced
• 2 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1 - 2 tablespoons finely grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 clove garlic, minced 
• 1 bunch chives, chopped fine (divided)
• 1 lemon, cut into wedges, for garnish (optional)

Here's how to make it: 

1. Spray a high-sided baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray or line with aluminum foil for easy clean up.
2. In a small bowl combine the panko, parsley, dill, half the chives, Parmesan cheese and garlic. Add enough of the melted butter to make everything stick together. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (For a gluten-free meal, use gluten-free panko or breadcrumbs.)
3. Place the fish in the baking dish allowing a little room in between. Season with salt and pepper and some lemon juice. Place a mound of the herbed panko mixture on each filet and pat down firmly.
4. Bake in a preheated 425-degree F oven for 18 to 20 minutes or until the fish is opaque white and flaky and or your thermometer reads at 145 degrees F when inserted. Serve with lemon wedges, if desired.

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