Description
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this Juicy One Pan Blackened Cod recipe that’s not only packed with flavor but also takes just 30 minutes to prepare. Featuring a perfectly seasoned crust that locks in moisture, this dish is ideal for busy families looking for a quick yet delicious meal. Serve it with your favorite sides for a wholesome dinner that’s sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cod fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust for spice preference)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Fresh herbs (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Gather and prepare all ingredients, ensuring cod fillets are thawed and patted dry.
- In a small bowl, mix paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, thyme, salt, and black pepper.
- Coat both sides of each cod fillet generously with the spice mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sear the seasoned cod fillets for 3-4 minutes on each side until a crispy crust forms and they are cooked through.
- Drizzle lemon juice over the cooked fillets before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cod fillet (170g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 85mg