Description
Looking for a healthy dinner that’s crispy, satisfying, and fast? This Easy and Delicious Air Fryer Cod is the answer. With a buttery garlic crumb topping, it’s everything you want in a white fish recipe—flaky, flavorful, and ready in just minutes. This easy recipe is perfect for a quick dinner, low-carb lunch, or anytime you need food ideas that impress without stress. Great for meal prep, weeknight meals, and perfect if you’re looking for healthy snack options or gluten-free dinner ideas. Air fryer cod is a game-changer in your quick, easy dinner rotation.
Ingredients
4 cod fillets (about 5–6 oz each)
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 tablespoon olive oil (optional for extra crispiness)
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Lemon wedges, for serving
Cooking spray
Instructions
1. Pat the cod fillets dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
2. In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, olive oil, and minced garlic.
3. Stir in panko breadcrumbs, paprika, salt, black pepper, and chopped parsley. Mix well.
4. Preheat your air fryer to 390°F (200°C) for 3–5 minutes.
5. Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
6. Place cod fillets into the basket, leaving space between each.
7. Spoon the breadcrumb mixture over each fillet and press down lightly.
8. Air fry at 390°F (200°C) for 10–12 minutes until golden and fish flakes easily with a fork.
9. Remove carefully with a spatula.
10. Garnish with extra parsley and lemon wedges. Serve hot.
Notes
For a gluten-free version, substitute panko with crushed gluten-free crackers or almond flour.
Always pat cod dry before air frying to help the topping stick and improve texture.
Store leftovers in the fridge and reheat in the air fryer to keep the crust crispy.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 75mg