Description
This Baked Blackened Cod recipe delivers bold Cajun-inspired flavor with tender, flaky fish baked to perfection in under 30 minutes. With the ideal blend of spices, this easy oven-baked method gives you restaurant-quality results without the smoke or mess of stovetop blackening.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cod fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges
- Optional: 3 tablespoons store-bought blackened or Cajun seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- In a bowl, mix paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
- Pat cod fillets dry with paper towels to remove moisture for better browning.
- Brush fillets with olive oil on both sides, then coat evenly with seasoning mix.
- Place fillets on the baking sheet, leaving space between each. Bake 12–15 minutes, depending on thickness, until fish reaches 145°F and flakes easily.
- Rest for 2 minutes before serving. Garnish with lemon wedges and fresh parsley or cilantro.
Notes
For maximum flavor, ensure fillets are fully dry before seasoning and avoid overcrowding the baking sheet. Perfectly cooked cod should flake easily and remain moist inside.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (6 oz)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: baked blackened cod, cajun fish, easy seafood, healthy dinner