Description
Crispy Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Cod is a culinary delight that brings together tender cod fillets coated in a savory blend of Parmesan cheese and Panko breadcrumbs. This dish offers a satisfying crunch and rich flavor, perfect for impressing family and friends without the fuss of traditional frying. In just 20 minutes, you can enjoy this gourmet-style meal that’s as easy to prepare as it is delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cod fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix Parmesan cheese, Panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, and lemon zest.
- Pat the cod fillets dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Coat each fillet with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing firmly to adhere.
- Place the fillets in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Lightly spray with olive oil.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes until golden brown and flaky.
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges for added zing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cod fillet (170g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 105mg