Best 8 Baked Cod Fillets In Oven Recipes

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**Baked Cod Fillets: A Culinary Symphony of Simplicity and Flavor**

From the bustling kitchens of coastal towns to the homey ovens of everyday cooks, baked cod fillets have earned a well-deserved reputation as a culinary delight. This classic dish, characterized by its delicate texture and mild flavor, provides a blank canvas for a symphony of seasonings and cooking techniques. Whether you prefer a crispy golden crust or a tender, flaky interior, there's a baked cod fillet recipe to suit every palate. In this comprehensive guide, we'll explore a variety of recipes that showcase the versatility of this culinary gem, from simple yet elegant preparations to more elaborate creations that elevate the humble cod to new heights of flavor.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

OVEN-BAKED COD WITH BREAD CRUMBS



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This recipe for baked cod is one of the easiest ones I know. Cod fillets are covered with a delicious herbed bread crumb crust and baked in the oven. Serve with rice.

Provided by Aeroz

Categories     Seafood     Fish

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 (4 ounce) cod fillets
1 pinch salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
½ cup warm water
½ fish bouillon cube
¾ cup dry bread crumbs
¼ cup butter, cut into small chunks
1 bunch fresh parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
2 teaspoons dried tarragon

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lay cod fillets in a baking dish and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  • Combine water and fish bouillon cube in a bowl. Stir to combine and pour over cod.
  • Mix bread crumbs, butter, parsley, dill, tarragon, salt, and pepper in a bowl with a fork until crumbly. Sprinkle evenly over cod.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until fish flakes easily with a fork and the crust is golden and crunchy, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283.4 calories, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 72.1 mg, Fat 13.5 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 23.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 360.8 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

BAKED COD (THE BEST RECIPE!)



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Easy baked cod recipe with lemon, olive oil, salt and cayenne pepper. One of the best cod recipes baked in the oven. Moist, juicy with 5 mins prep time. So good!

Provided by Rasa Malaysia

Categories     American Recipes

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb. (0.4 kg) cod fillets, rinsed and pat dry
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed
3 dashes cayenne pepper
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon chopped parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (207°C).
  • Arrange the cod fillets in baking tray. Drizzle the olive oil onto the fish, follow by lemon juice, salt and cayenne pepper.
  • Bake the cod in the oven for 10 - 12 minutes, depends on the thickness of the cod. Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 331 calories, Carbohydrate 1 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 125 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 12 grams fat, Fiber 0 grams fiber, Protein 52 grams protein, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 444 milligrams sodium, Sugar 0 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams unsaturated fat

PERFECT TEN BAKED COD



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Simple, fast, and delicious describes this baked cod recipe. Bake for two sets of 10 minutes each and you have the perfect ten dinner! This recipe was a favorite request from a local restaurant. They closed after years in business and we are happy to share a version of their most requested recipe. I serve this with rice pilaf and fresh spinach that has been lightly seared in olive oil and garlic. Yummy!

Provided by Pam

Categories     Seafood     Fish

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons butter
½ sleeve buttery round crackers (such as Ritz®), crushed
2 tablespoons butter
1 pound thick-cut cod loin
½ lemon, juiced
¼ cup dry white wine
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon chopped green onion
1 lemon, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Place 2 tablespoons butter in a microwave-safe bowl; melt in microwave on high, about 30 seconds. Stir buttery round crackers into melted butter.
  • Place remaining 2 tablespoons butter in a 7x11-inch baking dish. Melt in the preheated oven, 1 to 3 minutes. Remove dish from oven.
  • Coat both sides of cod in melted butter in the baking dish.
  • Bake cod in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Remove from oven; top with lemon juice, wine, and cracker mixture. Place back in oven and bake until fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, about 10 more minutes.
  • Garnish baked cod with parsley and green onion. Serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279.9 calories, Carbohydrate 9.3 g, Cholesterol 71.5 mg, Fat 16.1 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 20.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Sodium 282.3 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

BAKED COD



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Fresh fish is a New England staple. This easy and delicious recipe has become a family favorite over the years.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup butter, melted
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup chopped green onions
2 tablespoons water
1/2 teaspoon dill weed
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1 pound cod or haddock fillets, cut into serving size pieces
Lemon-pepper seasoning
Optional: lemon slices and fresh dill sprigs

Steps:

  • In an ungreased 11x7-in. baking dish, combine the butter, lemon juice, onions, water, dill and garlic salt. Add fish fillets; turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour. , Preheat oven to 350°. Loosely cover and bake until fish flakes easily with a fork, 25-30 minutes. Sprinkle with lemon-pepper. If desired, serve with lemon slices and dill sprigs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 74mg cholesterol, Sodium 405mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 18g protein.

BAKED COD IN FOIL



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Cod is combined with bell pepper, tomatoes, and basil, wrapped in foil, and then baked in the oven for a quick, delicious low-carb dish for weeknights.

Provided by Natalie Titanov

Categories     Seafood     Fish

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tomatoes, cubed
1 red bell pepper, seeded and cubed
1 onion, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1 clove garlic, minced
aluminum foil
4 (5 ounce) cod fillets
lemon, juiced
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Combine tomatoes, bell pepper, onion, olive oil, basil, and garlic in a bowl and mix well.
  • Lay 4 sheets of aluminum foil on a work surface and place 1 cod fillet in the center of each. Spoon tomato mixture evenly on top of the 4 fillets. Drizzle with lemon juice and season with salt and pepper. Place a second sheet of foil on top and seal the edges to make a parcel. Repeat with the remaining fillets and tomato mixture.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cod flakes easily with a fork, about 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and carefully unwrap the parcels. Spoon onto warmed plates and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216.1 calories, Carbohydrate 10.4 g, Cholesterol 51.9 mg, Fat 8 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 146.4 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

EASY! OVEN-BAKED COD



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Taken from Rachael Ray's 30-minute meals, this is amazingly quick, fresh, and light - can be made with any type of fish fillet. Of course, my usual salad-in-a-bag is a lifesaver here, and fresh broccoli steamed in the microwave or asparagus roasted alongside the fish completes the meal!

Provided by MindiLouWho

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 cups plain breadcrumbs
1/2 cup fresh parsley
2 -3 garlic cloves
1 lemon, zest of
3/4 teaspoon coarse salt
4 (6 -8 ounce) cod fish fillets
olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F Line your pan with aluminum foil and lightly brush with olive oil, or use a bit of cooking spray.
  • Combine parsley, garlic, lemon zest, and coarse salt on the cutting board. Finely chop, then combine with the breadcrumbs in a shallow plate.
  • Brush top of each fillet with olive oil. Press fillet into the crumb mixture. Place fillets in baking dish, crust-side up. Bake until firm, about 12-15 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fish. Serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 305.5, Fat 3.4, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 73.7, Sodium 829.5, Carbohydrate 30.1, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 2.6, Protein 36.3

PARMESAN BAKED COD



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You'll need just five ingredients for this goof-proof way to keep oven-baked fish moist. "My mom is one of the best cooks in the world, and she shared this recipe with me," writes Mary Hoppe of Pewaukee, Wisconsin. "It's a favorite."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 cod fillets (4 ounces each)
2/3 cup mayonnaise
4 green onions, chopped
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. Place cod in an 8-in. square baking dish coated with cooking spray. Mix remaining ingredients; spread over fillets., Bake, uncovered, until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 15-20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247 calories, Fat 15g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 500mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BAKED COD



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Tuck into baked cod with lemon and thyme for an easy midweek meal. Serve with your favourite veggies for a healthy, fuss-free family dinner

Provided by Esther Clark

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 tbsp plain flour
4 cod loin fillets
2 tbsp olive oil
1 lemon, sliced
½ small bunch of thyme

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7. Tip the flour into a bowl and add some seasoning. Turn each cod fillet in the flour until evenly coated.
  • Heat half the oil in a non-stick frying pan over a medium-high heat. Add the cod and fry on each side for 2 mins or until golden brown.
  • Transfer the cod to a roasting tin. Arrange the lemon slices and thyme on and around the fish and drizzle with the remaining oil. Bake for 10 mins or until cooked through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 236 calories, Fat 6 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 13 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 0.5 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 30 grams protein, Sodium 0.3 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, thick cod fillets. This will ensure that the fish cooks evenly and stays moist.
  • Pat the fish fillets dry before baking. This will help the skin crisp up.
  • Season the fish fillets with salt, pepper, and your favorite herbs and spices. This will enhance the flavor of the fish.
  • Bake the fish fillets at a high temperature for a short amount of time. This will help the fish cook evenly without drying out.
  • Serve the fish fillets immediately with your favorite sides. Some popular options include rice, roasted vegetables, and lemon wedges.

Conclusion:

Baked cod fillets are a healthy and delicious meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. This versatile fish can be seasoned with a variety of herbs and spices, making it a great option for any occasion. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special dish for a dinner party, baked cod fillets are sure to please.

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