Go Back
+ servings
Parmesan Crusted White Fish

Savory Parmesan Crusted White Fish for a Cozy Family Dinner

This 30-Minute Parmesan Crusted White Fish is a quick and delicious dinner that will please the whole family.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 4 fillets White Fish cod, tilapia, or haddock can be used as substitutes.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
For the Crust
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs panko recommended or gluten-free breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 4 tablespoons Butter melted; olive oil can be used as a substitute
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley optional, chopped

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • mixing bowl
  • paper towels

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Pat the white fish fillets dry with a paper towel and season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand.
  4. Arrange the seasoned fish fillets on the prepared baking sheet and scoop the breadcrumb mixture onto each fillet, pressing it down gently.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the fish flakes easily with a fork.
  6. Let the fish rest briefly before garnishing with fresh parsley and serving immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh white fish fillets and do not overcrowd the pan during baking. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!