Baked Panko Crusted Cod

5 from 4 votes

Light, flavourful and ready in 30 minutes, this baked panko crusted cod is the perfect easy protein addition for any meal!

Cook Time20

Total Time30

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: 30 minute meals

Servings: pieces

Ingredients

For the breadcrumbs

¾ cup panko breadcrumbs
½ tsp paprika
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ cup fresh parsley finely chopped
3 tablespoon butter melted
Juice of ½ of a large lemon

For the cod

1 lb cod filets (4 pieces)
salt to taste
black pepper to taste
2 eggs

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425℉.
In a shallow medium mixing bowl, add panko, garlic powder, paprika and fresh parsley. Mix well. Add melted butter and lemon juice and use a fork to mix everything together.
Pat cod filets dry using a paper towel (ensure they are very dry or the breading will not stick). Season with salt and black pepper. Whisk the eggs brush the egg wash over each piece of cod.
One at a time, place each filet in the panko mixture. Gently pressing the panko crust onto each side of the fish. Arrange breaded fish in a 9x13' oven safe baking dish.
Bake for about 20 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the fish flakes easily. The fish is fully cooked when an instant thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the fish reads 145℉.

Nutrition

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