Baked Cod With Cheese Recipe

Flaky baked cod fillets, bathed in a creamy sour cream sauce and topped with melted cheese! This easy recipe is ready in under an hour and uses simple ingredients. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, adaptable to any mild white fish like haddock or tilapia.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 253.9 kcal
Protein 69g
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Ingredients for Baked Cod With Cheese

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How to Make Baked Cod With Cheese

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Rinse and pat 1 pound of cod fillets dry with paper towels.
  3. Season both sides of the fish generously with 1 teaspoon of dried sage, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.
  4. Lightly grease a shallow baking dish (approximately 8x8 inches). Place the cod fillets in the prepared dish.
  5. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese) evenly over the fish.
  6. Dollop 1/2 cup of sour cream over the cheese.
  7. Bake for 25 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning (sage, salt, pepper) as needed. Add more sour cream or cheese if desired.
  9. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

17 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

31g

Carbs

0g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Baked Cod With Cheese?

Baked Cod With Cheese takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Baked Cod With Cheese?

Baked Cod With Cheese has approximately 253.9 calories per serving, with about 69 g protein, 0 g carbohydrates and 16 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Baked Cod With Cheese?

The key ingredients for Baked Cod With Cheese are Cod Fish Fillets, Sage, Salt, Pepper, Swiss Cheese, Sour Cream. See the full list with measurements above.

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