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Home » Recipes » Baked Cod with Parmesan and Garlic Butter

Christel OerumBy Christel Oerum on November 5, 2020
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Baked Cod with Parmesan and Garlic Butter

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This baked cod with Parmesan and garlic butter is so easy to make, but tastes so rich and indulgent! The sauce makes this healthy dish absolutely irresistible.

Baked cod with parmesan and garlic butter in a baking dish next to a ramekin of parsley and lemon wedges

Are you looking for fun, fresh, and new ways to add more healthy seafood to your diet?

This baked cod with Parmesan and garlic butter is low in carbs, a great source of healthy fats and protein, and tastes absolutely divine!

Seriously, the sauce is so good, I would eat it as a soup.

Not only is this dish delicious, but it’s also very simple to make! Just whip up the sauce in a pan on the stove, pour it over the cod fillets, and bake for about 15 minutes. That’s it!

The result is fresh, flaky fish in a warm, garlicky sauce that’s bursting with rich flavor.

So whether you’re cooking for dinner guests or you just want an amazing dish for one, this simple cod is always a great option.

How to make baked cod with Parmesan and garlic butter

This rich seafood recipe comes together in just a few steps with easy ingredients.

Ingredients separated into ramekins next to a plate of cod filets

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2: In a small frying pan over medium heat, add the melted butter and olive oil. Once hot, add the garlic and allow to cook for about a minute.

Step 3: Add the paprika, salt, pepper, chopped parsley, Parmesan, and lemon juice. Stir well.

Garlic, butter, parmesan, and chopped parsley in a small saucepan, as seen from above

Step 4: Spread some of the garlic butter mixture on the bottom of a casserole dish.

Step 5: Add the cod fillets and pour the rest of the garlic butter mixture on top.

Step 6: Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of Parmesan over the cod filets.

Cod filets in the baking dish with butter, garlic, parmesan, and parsley

Step 7: Place in the oven and bake for 15 minutes until the fish is cooked through and flaky.

Cod filets in a baking dish with garlic butter and parmesan next to a ramekin of parsley and lemon wedges

Your cod is ready to enjoy! I recommend garnishing with fresh parsley before serving.

Close-up of cod filets in the baking dish

What fish can you substitute for cod?

Cod has a very mild and clean taste. It’s also pretty thick, and the texture is firm. That’s why I love serving it with a rich sauce like the one in this recipe.

But if you can’t find some nice cod fillets to use in this dish, you can easily substitute another kind of white fish!

Haddock, mahi mahi, grouper, pollack, tilapia, or striped bass would all be good substitutes. Just keep in mind that cooking times may vary based on how thick the fillet is.

Two cod filets on a plate with a lemon wedge and a salad

Storage

If you find yourself with a few extra cod fillets, you’re in luck! They make great leftovers.

Simply store the cod with the garlic butter in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The fish will stay fresh for 3-4 days.

Two cod filets on a plate with a lemon wedge and salad

Other low carb fish recipes

Fish is such a great source of lean protein. So if you’re looking for more low carb recipes that turn out delicious every time, here are a few of my favorites that I know you’ll love:

  • Keto Tuna Salad
  • Easy Baked Salmon with Lemon-Garlic Butter
  • Ahi Tuna Poke

For even more inspiration, check out this roundup of my favorite 10 low-carb seafood recipes!

When you’ve tried this dish, please don’t forget to let me know how you liked it and rate the recipe in the comments below!

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Baked Cod with Parmesan and Garlic Butter

Low-carb baked cod with Parmesan and garlic butter is so easy to make, but tastes so rich and indulgent! The sauce makes this healthy dish absolutely irresistible.
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:15 minutes
Author:Christel Oerum
Servings:4
Cod plated with a lemon wedge and salad
5 from 2 votes
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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves (minced)
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons parsley (chopped)
  • 2 tablespoons Parmesan
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 21 ounces fresh cod fillets
US Customary – Metric

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • In a small frying pan over medium heat, add the melted butter and olive oil. Once hot, add the garlic and allow to cook for about a minute.
  • Add the paprika, salt, pepper, chopped parsley, Parmesan, and lemon juice. Stir well.
  • Spread some of the garlic butter mixture on the bottom of a casserole dish.
  • Add the cod fillets and pour the rest of the garlic butter mixture on top.
  • Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of Parmesan over the cod filets.
  • Place in the oven and bake for 15 minutes until the fish is cooked through and flaky.

Recipe Notes

This recipe is for 4 servings. Each serving is one cod fillet.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
To substitute the cod, any other type of flaky white fish can be used. Keep in mind that you may need to adjust the cooking time.

Nutrition Info Per Serving

Nutrition Facts
Baked Cod with Parmesan and Garlic Butter
Amount Per Serving (1 fillet)
Calories 233 Calories from Fat 157
% Daily Value*
Fat 17.4g27%
Saturated Fat 7.4g37%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g
Monounsaturated Fat 4.2g
Cholesterol 109.3mg36%
Sodium 768.2mg32%
Potassium 28.4mg1%
Carbohydrates 1g0%
Fiber 0.2g1%
Sugar 0.2g0%
Protein 19.8g40%
Net carbs 0.8g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: baked cod, baked fish, low carb
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Categories: Recipes Tags: Gluten Free, Keto, 30 min or less, Lunch & Dinner, Fish & Seafood

Christel Oerum

About Christel Oerum

Christel is the founder of Diabetes Strong. She is a Certified Personal Trainer specializing in diabetes. As someone living with type 1 diabetes, Christel is particularly passionate about helping others with diabetes live active healthy lives. She’s a diabetes advocate, public speaker, and author of the popular diabetes book Fit With Diabetes.

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    • Christel OerumChristel Oerum says

      November 17, 2020 at 1:21 pm

      You wanting to be there for him and support him is great! I’d suggest you explore our Type 2 diabetes content and read the articles you think will be relevant for you https://diabetesstrong.com/category/diabetes/type-2/

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