Baked Cod with Cracker Crumb (Print Version)

Tender cod fillets topped with a golden buttery cracker crumb crust, baked for a flavorful finish.

# What You'll Need:

01 - 4 skinless, boneless cod fillets (6 oz each)

02 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

03 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

04 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

05 - 1 cup buttery round crackers, crushed (about 20 crackers)

06 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

07 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped

08 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest

09 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

10 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

11 - Lemon wedges, for serving

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.

02 - Pat cod fillets dry, season both sides with salt and black pepper, then arrange in the baking dish. Drizzle with lemon juice.

03 - Combine crushed crackers, melted butter, parsley, lemon zest, and garlic powder in a bowl. Mix until evenly coated.

04 - Press cracker mixture evenly onto each cod fillet, ensuring it adheres well.

05 - Bake for 15–20 minutes until cod flakes easily with a fork and topping turns golden brown. Adjust timing for thicker fillets as needed.

06 - Serve immediately with lemon wedges.

01 -

It comes together in half an hour, making it perfect for busy nights when you still want real food on the table.
The buttery cracker crust adds a satisfying crunch and rich flavor that makes simple cod feel special.
You probably already have most of the ingredients in your pantry, so no last-minute grocery runs needed.

02 -

Drying the fillets thoroughly before seasoning is crucial—any leftover moisture will make the topping soggy instead of crisp.
Don't skip pressing the crumb mixture onto the fish, or it will slide off during baking and leave you with bare spots.

03 -

If your fillets are uneven in thickness, fold the thin tail end under itself before topping so everything cooks at the same rate.
For extra richness, drizzle a tiny bit of melted butter over the topping halfway through baking—it makes the crust even more golden and crisp.