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Olivia Farnsworth

Lemon Butter Cod Recipe Easy Delicious Weeknight Dinner

This Lemon Butter Cod Recipe is perfect for an easy dinner or a quick fish dinner on a busy weeknight. The cod is pan seared to a golden finish and topped with a bright lemon and rich butter sauce, making it a simple cod recipe the whole family will enjoy for a family dinner or weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 315
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 (6 oz each) cod fillets, skinless, about 1-inch thick
  • 1 Tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/4 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 3/4 tsp salt, or to taste
  • 3/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 5 Tbsp Danish Creamery Butter, cut into 1 Tbsp pieces, divided
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp minced garlic
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Method
 

  1. Combine the flour, paprika, onion powder, thyme, oregano, cayenne, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl and whisk them well.
  2. Coat both sides of the cod fillets evenly with the seasoned flour mixture.
  3. Heat 1 Tbsp of butter together with the olive oil in a non-stick skillet on medium-high heat until melted.
  4. Place the cod fillets in the skillet and cook for about 3 to 4 minutes on each side until they are nicely browned and flake easily with a fork.
  5. Transfer the cooked cod to plates and set aside.
  6. Lower the heat to medium-low and melt the remaining 4 Tbsp of butter in the same skillet.
  7. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook briefly for about 15 seconds, just until aromatic and slightly colored but not browned.
  8. Remove the skillet from heat and slowly stir in the chicken broth and lemon juice, being cautious of the steam.
  9. Pour the lemon butter sauce over the cod fillets and garnish with chopped fresh parsley immediately before serving warm.

Notes

  • For best flavor, use fresh lemon juice and Danish Creamery Butter. Serve with steamed vegetables or a light salad for a complete meal. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.