Baked Lemon Herb Cod

Ingredients

• 4 (6 oz) cod fillets, skin removed
• 2 tbsp olive oil, divided
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 lemon, zested and sliced
• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 3/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 pinch of paprika

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 400F and set a rack in the middle position. Line a 9x13 inch baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil.
2. Pat the cod fillets completely dry with paper towels; this helps them brown instead of steam. Arrange them in a single layer in the prepared dish, leaving space between each piece.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, minced garlic, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Season the fish evenly with the salt and pepper on both sides.
4. Pour the butter mixture evenly over the fillets, using a spoon to coat the tops. Scatter the lemon slices over and around the fish.
5. In a separate small bowl, mix the panko, parsley, oregano, and paprika together, then press a thin, even layer onto the top of each fillet.
6. Bake uncovered for 15 to 18 minutes, checking at the 15-minute mark for thinner fillets. The fish is done when it flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145F at the thickest part.
7. If the topping is not golden by the time the fish is cooked through, switch the oven to broil for 1 to 2 minutes, watching constantly to avoid burning the breadcrumbs.
8. Remove from the oven and let the fish rest in the dish for 2 minutes before serving; this lets the juices settle so the fillets hold together.
9. Spoon any pan juices over the fish when plating for extra flavor.
10. Serve immediately with the roasted lemon slices alongside for squeezing over the top.

Nutrition

Calories	285
Protein	30.0 g
Fat	15.0 g
Carbs	9.0 g
Fiber	1.0 g
Sodium	480 mg

Nutrition information is an estimate per serving and is not a substitute for professional dietary advice.