Seafood
Lemon Herb Garlic Butter Baked Cod
Moist cod fillets baked in a lemon garlic herb butter sauce offer a bright, flavorful seafood main dish perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Prep10 min
Cook20 min
Rest / chill0 min
Total30 min
Yield4 servings
Gather your ingredients
Ingredients
Check off items as you go. US customary measures.
One step at a time
Let’s make it
- Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray or olive oil.
- In a small bowl, mix melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Place cod fillets in the baking dish and brush the butter mixture evenly over each fillet.
- Bake uncovered for 18 to 20 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork and reaches 145°F internal temperature.
A little kitchen know-how
Pat the fish dry before seasoning to ensure the butter sauce clings well and the fish browns slightly.
Storage & leftovers
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a 300°F oven until warmed through (about 10 minutes).
Cooking times are estimates; check doneness. See safe cooking temperatures and food storage guidance. Check ingredient labels for allergens.