Golden Baked Fish

Crisp, golden, and bursting with flavor, Golden Baked Fish is the perfect recipe for a quick and healthy weeknight dinner. This oven-baked dish features tender fish fillets—like cod, tilapia, or haddock—topped with a mouthwatering Parmesan and panko breadcrumb crust, seasoned to perfection with garlic powder, paprika, and parsley. A drizzle of lemon juice and olive oil enhances the natural flavors of the fish while keeping it moist and flaky. With just 15 minutes of prep time and 20 minutes in the oven, it's an easy yet elegant option for seafood lovers. Serve this crowd-pleasing dish with steamed vegetables, a crisp side salad, or creamy mashed potatoes for a well-rounded meal that’s sure to impress. Perfectly satisfying, delightfully crispy, and irresistibly golden—this is baked fish done right!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces fish fillets (such as cod, tilapia, or haddock)
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup bread crumbs (panko recommended)
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons butter (melted)
• 1 as needed non-stick cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil and lightly coat with non-stick cooking spray.

Step 2

Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels and place them on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 3

Drizzle the fish fillets with lemon juice and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Rub the liquid evenly over the fillets to season them lightly.

Step 4

In a medium bowl, combine the bread crumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Drizzle the breadcrumb mixture with the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil and the melted butter. Mix well to moisten the crumbs evenly.

Step 6

Spoon the bread crumb mixture over each fish fillet, pressing gently to adhere and create an even layer.

Step 7

Bake the fish in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the fish flakes easily with a fork. Cooking time may vary based on the thickness of the fillets.

Step 8

Remove the fish from the oven and let it cool for 2-3 minutes before serving.

Step 9

Serve the Golden Baked Fish with your choice of sides, such as steamed vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a light salad. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	702.7 grams (702.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1732

Total Fat 97.70g	125%
Saturated Fat 38.00g	190%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 342mg	114%
Sodium 3588mg	156%
Total Carbohydrate 94.60g	34%
Dietary Fiber 5.60g	20%
Total Sugars 5.10g
Protein 125.50g	251%

Vitamin D 800IU	4000%
Calcium 1033mg	79%
Iron 5mg	26%
Potassium 1460mg	31%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.0%

Protein: 28.5%

Carbs: 21.5%