Easy Baked Cod Recipe: Italian-Style with Garlic & Oregano

Oven baked cod fish garnished with oregano, parsley and homemade breadcrumbs.

Easy Baked Cod Recipe: Italian-Style with Garlic & Oregano

Make this Italian-style baked cod recipe with garlic, oregano, and olive oil. A healthy, flavorful dish that’s simple to prepare and ready in 30 minutes!

Course Main

Cuisine Italian

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings servings (6 ounces each)

Calories 247kcal

Author Maria Vannelli (retired RD)

Ingredients

½ cup plain bread crumbs can also use panko, 60 grams
2 tablespoons Italian flat-leaf parsley fresh, finely chopped
4-5 garlic cloves minced or grated
1 tablespoon oregano dried
1-2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 pounds cod fish approximately 900 grams, skinless, or firm white fish
salt and pepper according to taste
extra olive oil for drizzling
lemon wedges optional
parsley for garnishing

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Line a sheet pan with parchment paper or lightly coat it with non-stick cooking spray.
In a small bowl, combine the bread crumbs, parsley, garlic, oregano, and olive oil. Set aside.
Pat the cod fish dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and pepper to taste, then place them on the prepared sheet pan.
Spoon and gently press the breadcrumb mixture over each fillet, coating the tops evenly.
Drizzle with a little bit of olive oil.
Bake the fish for 12-15 minutes or until fish flakes easily and turns opaque in color (total time depends on the thickness of the fillet).
OPTIONAL: Serve with lemon wedges and a sprinkle of parsley.

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Notes

Find helpful step-by-step PHOTOS in the post and a SHORT VIDEO in the RECIPE CARD to guide you through the recipe.

Use the freshest ingredients: High-quality, fresh ingredients make all the difference in flavor.
Pat the fish dry: Before seasoning, gently pat the cod fillets with paper towels. Removing excess moisture helps the breadcrumbs stick and ensures a crispier topping.
Breadcrumbs: Homemade breadcrumbs give you control over texture — slightly coarser crumbs create a crispier, more flavorful crust than store-bought.
Don’t overbake: Cod cooks quickly — usually 15 minutes at 400°F (200°C), depending on thickness. It’s done when the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) and the flesh is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
Experiment with herbs: If you don’t have oregano, thyme or dill also pair beautifully with cod.

Please keep in mind that the nutritional information provided below is just a rough estimate and variations can occur depending on the specific ingredients used.

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