Description
This Creamy Baked Cod Recipe transforms fresh cod fillets into a gourmet delight that’s both easy to make and packed with flavor. Topped with a rich, homemade cream sauce and seasoned breadcrumbs, this dish is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a comforting weeknight meal. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can create an impressive main dish that pairs beautifully with your favorite sides. Whether served alongside roasted vegetables or fluffy rice, this baked cod is sure to become a family favorite. Try it tonight for a satisfying seafood experience that doesn’t compromise on taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cod fillets
- 4 tablespoons butter (melted)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 cups whipping cream
- 1 cup milk
- 3 tablespoons Parmesan cheese (grated)
- Kosher salt and black pepper (to taste)
- 1/2 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Spray a 9×13 baking dish with cooking spray and place the patted dry cod fillets inside.
- In a small bowl, mix melted butter with minced garlic and brush over the fillets.
- Sprinkle seasoned breadcrumbs evenly on top of the fillets and pour any remaining butter-garlic mixture over them.
- Prepare the cream sauce by whisking together butter, cornstarch, whipping cream, milk, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper until smooth and pour it around the fillets.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbling; then broil for an additional 3-5 minutes until golden brown. Ensure fish reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg