Description
Crispy Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Cod is a delightful dish that combines a crunchy, golden crust with tender, flaky fish. This easy-to-make recipe transforms a simple weeknight dinner into an elegant meal that your family will rave about. With just a few fresh ingredients and the magic of an air fryer, you can serve up restaurant-quality cod right in your kitchen. Perfect for busy nights or special gatherings, this dish is sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cod fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, whisk the eggs until frothy. In another bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each cod fillet in the egg mixture and then coat it with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with nonstick cooking spray and arrange the fillets in a single layer.
- Air fry for 10-12 minutes until golden brown, flipping halfway through.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the cooked cod before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cod fillet (170g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 180mg