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Quick Baked Cod with Mayo and Parmesan

Tender cod fillets baked with a creamy mayonnaise and parmesan topping until golden, flaky, and delicious.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 310
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Fish
  • 4 cod fillets about 6 oz each
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise
  • 0.5 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • lemon wedges for serving

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking dish
  • Measuring spoons
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish.
  2. Pat cod fillets dry and place in baking dish.
  3. Mix mayonnaise, parmesan, garlic, lemon juice, paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Spread mixture evenly over cod fillets.
  5. Bake for 12–15 minutes until cod flakes easily.
  6. Broil for 2–3 minutes for extra browning if desired.
  7. Garnish with parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

Use fresh parmesan for best browning and flavor. Avoid overcooking to keep fish tender.