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Creamy Lemon Parmesan Cod

Creamy Lemon Parmesan Cod for a Luxurious Easy Dinner

This Creamy Lemon Parmesan Cod transforms tender cod into a quick, luxurious dish perfect for impressing family and friends.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 1 minute
Total Time 36 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cod
  • 4 pieces Fresh, wild-caught cod
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1/4 cup Flour can be substituted with gluten-free flour
For the Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Butter divided
  • 2 cloves Garlic freshly minced
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream can substitute with half-and-half
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Parsley chopped fresh

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Begin by letting the fresh cod fillets sit at room temperature for 15 minutes, then season with salt and pepper, and dredge in flour.
  2. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium-high heat, add cod pieces and sear for about 2 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  3. Remove the skillet from heat for about 1 minute to cool slightly.
  4. Return the skillet to medium heat, add remaining butter, sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds, then sprinkle in flour to create a roux.
  5. Pour in heavy cream and lemon juice, add Italian seasoning, stirring continuously for 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens.
  6. Stir in Parmesan cheese and parsley until the sauce is smooth, adjusting seasoning as needed.
  7. Return seared cod to the skillet, spoon sauce over, and cook for another 1-2 minutes until heated through.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 760mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Serve with crisp salads or steamed vegetables for a well-rounded meal. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Good reheated on low heat.

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