Name: Baked Crusted Cod
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 3
Cuisine: Italian Seafood
Ingredients: 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs; 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese; 1/4 tsp. garlic powder; 2 dashes of cayenne pepper; 1/4 tsp. herbs de Provence; 1 pound (16 to 18 ounces) of Cod - divided into 3 pieces; some salt & black pepper - (to season the fish); 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil; 16 cherry tomatoes - sliced in halves; 1 lemon - juiced ( 1/4 cup); 2 Tbsp. freshly chopped parsley

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This one-pan Baked Crusted Cod with juicy tomatoes is all about simple techniques to get the sophisticated flavors. Moist and flaky white fish is topped with a crunchy crust and baked with delicious cherry tomatoes, olive oil, and lemon juice. This easy recipe features tender cod coated with flavorful ingredients, and baked until golden and crispy.

Tell Us About This Baked Crusted Cod with Tomatoes

My family craves for seafood dinner from time to time. And, our baked crusted cod gives an upgrade to the plain, codfish giving them delicious texture, color and flavor.

The fish is easily baked in one pan with fresh tomatoes until the cod is firm and flaky. It always turns out moist, juicy, and lemony-delicious. Serve this baked cod with a side of roasted asparagus, steamed rice, couscous, or quinoa, and maybe a green salad to go with it, for a complete dinner.

It is so flavorful. Trust me. It is EXQUISITE! 😉

For this recipe, you will need a few pieces of fresh cod, plus 3 main ingredients to make it taste amazing! This cod is baked in the oven with rich olive oil, fresh cherry tomatoes, and lemon juice. The olive oil will keep the fish moist while baking, so don’t leave it out.

Plus, this recipe is elegant enough for entertaining guests. You can easily prep the fish in the morning, cover with plastic wrap and chill. Then bake the codfish when company arrives.

If you love this easy recipe for cod fish, then don’t miss our Easy lemon-Dijon Baked Cod, and Cod Livornese. Both recipes are just as popular as our Baked Crusted Cod.

Does Cod Fish Taste Fishy?

For those who never baked fish before, codfish is the perfect seafood to try. Because it is not a “fishy” fish. And, it’s the perfect seafood for kids since codfish is boneless.

We love cod, and always look for ways to make it. And, this recipe for baked cod is an easy one! For more easy cod recipes, try our Fresh Cod Fish Salad. And for baked fish recipes, don’t miss our Roasted Red Snapper Recipe Italian Style, and Easy Baked Swordfish.

Recipe Tips and Notes For Buying Cod:

This recipe calls for 3 pieces of cod fish.
Most of the time, Codfish is the least expensive fish you can buy.
At your local seafood market, we recommend asking for a thicker or center cut of the fish. It’s best to buy codfish at your local fish market. It is fresher. No need to thaw if frozen. The thicker the cut, the better it is for this recipe.
One large thick piece of cod (about 1 pound, up to 1.5 pounds) and you can divide it into thirds, or even four pieces. But today, I cut mine into 3 pieces.
Fresh cod fish has no fish smell or odor. So you should ask, if you can sniff it before buying it.

Ingredients You Will Need:

For this baked crusted cod recipe, you will need the following ingredients:

Cod Fish
Salt & Black Pepper
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Cherry Tomatoes
Lemon
Freshly Chopped Parsley
Panko Bread Crumbs
Grated Parmesan Cheese
Garlic Powder
Cayenne Pepper
Herbs de Provence

How to Make Baked Crusted Cod (with Tomatoes)?

If this your first time to making these baked crusted cod, no worries, it is very easy recipe. First, gather all your ingredients. Plus, our full printable recipe card is located at the bottom. But let’s go over the steps so you can understand what’s involved before you start.

1. Season the Cod:

Prepare the pieces of cod with some seasonings. Sprinkle over the fish with some salt and black or lemon pepper. Options: you can include some garlic or onion powder.

2. Prepare the Ingredients For Coating:

For this recipe, you will need 2 bowls. I decided to make a panko bread crumb mixture. In one bowl, stir together the ingredients to make the panko bread crumb mixture. In the second, pour extra virgin olive oil for dipping.

3. Dip and Coat the Fish:

Dip each piece of cod (one at a time) into the olive oil, and coat all sides. Allow the excess oil to drip back into the bowl. Then coat with panko bread crumb mixture. Transfer into an 8 x 10-inch baking dish. No need to coat the baking dish with anything.

Raw cod fish on red plate, a bowl of bread crumb mixture and a bowl of oil for dipping cod for coating both sides.

4. Add the Tomatoes and Olive Oil:

Scatter on top the fish with sliced cherry tomatoes. Then drizzle over the fish with the remaining extra virgin olive oil from the bowl. (No waste here!) Then Scatter freshly chopped parsley over the entire dish.

Cherry tomatoes are scattered over the raw fish, and olive oil is drizzled over them.

Raw pieces of cod covered with panko, fresh cherry tomatoes and parsley set in a white baking dish.

5. Bake the Cod:

Place your baking dish into a preheated oven, at 375 degrees F (190C) for 15 to 18 minutes. Check the fish with a fork, if the fish is firm to the touch, it is fully cooked. QUICK TIP: Depending the thickness of the pieces will also vary in baking times. So keep an eye on them.

6. Final Step: Turn OFF the oven and ADD Lemon Juice:

Turn off the oven. Then pour lemon juice over the fish and return it into the oven, for the additional 5 minutes. Remove and serve. Be sure to spoon all the remaining juices, tomatoes, and olive oil around each serving of cod.

Options to Serve Baked Crusted Cod:

There are so many delicious sides you can serve with our baked-crusted cod recipe. A few favorite options include:

FAQ’s

What is Codfish? Cod is a deep cold-water fish. It is known to be a white meaty fish with a mild flavor and loaded with nutrients. It’s commonly used for making fried fish and chips, and fish sandwiches.
Can we use frozen cod? Although it’s ideal to cook seafood fresh, from your local fish market, frozen cod can be used for this recipe.
How do we do to thaw frozen cod? To thaw frozen cod, place it in your refrigerator and let it thaw overnight. If you’re short on time, you can thaw frozen cod in your sink and run cool, or cold water over the fish until totally thawed. Then drain for a few minutes.
How to store leftovers? It is best to store any seafood leftovers in a sealed container and keep it chilled in the refrigerator. It will stay fresh for up to 2 days (48 hours).
How to reheat baked crusted cod? Reheat crusted cod in a preheated oven or toaster oven at 350 F, for about 10 to 15 minutes. Also, you can reheat the cod in a microwave, and use “30 seconds” intervals, for up to 1 to 2 minutes. Always keep an eye on it, once it starts to sizzle, you can stop and remove it from the microwave.

Piece of cod with sliced tomatoes on white plate.

A Delicious Seafood Meal

Baked Crusted Cid with tomatoes is quick and simple to make. You can easily prep ahead of time, then bake while you prepare and serve a green salad to round out your meal. Your family and friends will enjoy this seafood dinner as much as we do. Try this recipe and let us know!

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Baked Crusted Cod

Yield: 3 servings

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

Baked Crusted Cod is moist, flaky white fish topped with a panko-cheese mixture and baked with cherry tomatoes, olive oil, and lemon juice. Simple seafood dinner for the whole family to enjoy!

Ingredients

1 pound (16 to 18 ounces) of Cod - divided into 3 pieces
some salt & black pepper - (to season the fish)
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
16 cherry tomatoes - sliced in halves
1 lemon - juiced ( 1/4 cup)
2 Tbsp. freshly chopped parsley

Crusted Crumb Mixture:

1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 tsp. garlic powder
2 dashes of cayenne pepper
1/4 tsp. herbs de Provence

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190C).
Divide the cod into 3 equal sections. Season the fish with some salt and black pepper, on both sides.
Grab two small bowls. In one small mixing bowl, stir the panko crumbs, parmesan cheese, herbs, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper. In a second small bowl, pour the extra virgin olive oil.
Taking one cod piece at a time: and dip it (both sides) into the olive oil, and allow the excess oil to drip back into the bowl. Then transfer into the panko-cheese mixture and pat it on all sides to coat it evenly,
Place it into an 8 x 10 baking dish. Repeat with the remaining two pieces of cod.
Next, scatter sliced cherry tomatoes over and around the fish. Drizzle with all of the remaining extra-virgin olive oil over the entire dish. Use a spatula to get every drop of remaining olive oil. No waste here!
Scatter with freshly chopped parsley. Then lightly sprinkle some salt over the tomatoes and fish. Transfer the baking dish to the middle rack of your oven.
BAKE for 15 to 18 minutes, until the fish is fully cooked. Fish is cooked when it is firm to the touch and it flakes off. When the fish is fully cooked turn off the oven.
Next, carefully remove the baking dish and drizzle all the lemon juice over each piece of cod. Return it to the oven for an additional 5 minutes, or until the crust is golden around the edges, the tomatoes slightly melted, and the oil on the bottom is sizzling and bubbling.
Remove and allow the fish to rest for 2 minutes. Serve each fish on individual serving plates, and spoon all the remaining juices, melted tomatoes, and olive oil around each serving. Serve immediately.
Serves 3

Notes

Keep in mind, all ovens are different and will vary in temperature. Depending on how thick the codfish is, baking times will also vary. For thicker cuts of cod, baking times can range from 25 to 35 minutes, and thinner pieces can bake from 15 to 25 minutes.

Also, this recipe calls for 3 pieces of cod fish, You can easily double the ingredients for additional servings.

This recipe for Baked Crusted Cod is adaptable to mahi-mahi, halibut, snapper, and sea bass.

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 3 servings Serving Size: 1 serving ( about 4 to 6 ounces)
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 474Total Fat: 20.6gCarbohydrates: 28.3gFiber: 8.9gSugar: 12.6gProtein: 43g

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