Description
Crispy Air Fryer Parmesan Cod is a quick dinner packed with flaky fish, a golden cheesy crust, and bold savory flavor. This easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, healthy dinner plans, and simple food ideas when you want a fast seafood meal that still feels satisfying.
Ingredients
4 cod fillets
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
1. Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels so the coating sticks better.
2. In a shallow bowl, mix the Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
3. Brush the cod fillets lightly with olive oil and lemon juice.
4. Press each fillet into the Parmesan mixture, coating both sides evenly.
5. Place the coated fillets in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
6. Air fry at 400°F for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the coating is golden and the fish flakes easily with a fork.
7. Remove carefully, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve right away.
Notes
Use fillets that are close in size so they cook evenly.
Pat the cod very dry before coating to help the crust stay crisp.
Reheat leftovers in the air fryer for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 33 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg