Pan-Seared Cod with Lemon and Dill Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-13 · Updated 2026-04-13

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Delicate cod fillets seared until golden, finished with a vibrant lemon-dill sauce that enhances the fish's natural sweetness. This American-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs cod fillets, olive oil, lemon for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 (6 oz each) cod fillets
2 tbsp olive oil
1, zested and juiced lemon
2 tbsp, chopped fresh dill
1/2 cup chicken stock
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat cod fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Step 2: Place cod fillets in skillet skin-side down, cook for 4 minutes without moving until golden brown, then flip and cook 3 minutes more until opaque and flaky.
Step 3: Remove cod to a plate. Add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil to skillet, then stir in 1 tsp lemon zest, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1/2 cup chicken stock, and 2 tbsp fresh dill. Simmer 2 minutes until sauce reduces slightly, then pour over cooked cod.