Baked Cod with Garlic-Parsley Crust

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-18 · Updated 2026-05-18

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Delicate cod fillets baked under a fragrant crust of garlic, parsley, and breadcrumbs for a light, flavorful seafood dish. This European-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs cod fillets, olive oil, fresh parsley for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 European cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 pieces (5 oz each) cod fillets
3 tbsp olive oil
1/2 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
3, minced garlic cloves
3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 tsp lemon zest
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
for serving lemon wedges

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet with 1 tbsp olive oil.
Step 2: In a medium bowl, mix 3 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh parsley, 3 minced garlic cloves, 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs, 1 tsp lemon zest, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until combined and crumbly.
Step 3: Place 4 cod fillets (5 oz each) on the prepared baking sheet and pat dry. Evenly press the garlic-parsley breadcrumb mixture onto the top of each fillet, forming a crust.
Step 4: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until the cod is opaque and flakes easily with a fork and the crust is golden brown.
Step 5: Serve immediately with lemon wedges for squeezing over the top.