Description
Garlic Butter Baked Cod Fillets are a quick and flavorful seafood dish, featuring tender cod fillets baked in a rich garlic butter sauce. With a hint of lemon and fresh parsley, this healthy recipe is ready in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for weeknights or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cod fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, plus more for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- In a small bowl, mix melted butter, garlic, parsley, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Place cod fillets in the prepared baking dish in a single layer. Pour garlic butter sauce over the fillets.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the cod is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish with additional parsley and lemon wedges. Serve warm with your favorite sides.
Notes
Substitute parsley with herbs like dill or basil for a different twist. Add red pepper flakes for heat or lemon zest for a brighter flavor. Pairs well with rice, roasted vegetables, or salad. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or oven until warmed through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg