Description
Get ready to enjoy a crispy, golden, and flaky air fryer cod that’s perfect for a quick dinner or easy weeknight meal. This easy recipe delivers a crunchy coating with tender, juicy fish inside, making it one of the best healthy dinner ideas you can whip up in under 30 minutes. Whether you’re looking for simple food ideas or a reliable air fryer recipe, this dish is a must-try.
Ingredients
2 cod fillets
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 eggs
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
1. Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels and cut into portions if needed.
2. Set up three bowls: flour in one, beaten eggs in another, and breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in the third.
3. Coat each fillet in flour, dip into eggs, then press into the breadcrumb mixture.
4. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3–5 minutes.
5. Lightly oil the air fryer basket and place the fillets in a single layer.
6. Air fry for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
7. Remove, drizzle with lemon juice, garnish with parsley, and serve immediately.
Notes
For extra crispiness, use panko breadcrumbs instead of regular breadcrumbs.
Make sure the fish is completely dry before breading to avoid soggy coating.
Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking.
- Prep Time: 12 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg